Tie-rod End Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and excessive play.
- If there are any cracks, replace the tie-rod end.
- Inspect the boot for cracks.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end boot.
- Rotate the ball joint 5 times .
- Measure the rotational torque of the tie-rod end using the SST
and a pull scale.
- If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
Standard rotational torque
- 0.6-2.0 N.m {6-20 kgf.cm, 5-17 in.lbf}
Pull scale reading
- 5.9-19.6 N {0.61-1.99 kgf, 1.33-4.40 lbf}