Tie-rod End Inspection

Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
Inspect for excessive play.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
Rotate the ball joint 5 times .
Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.

Fig 1: Measuring Tie-Rod End Rotational Torque Using Torque Wrench
- If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
  Tie-rod end rotational torque
- 0.5-3.0 N.m {6-30 kgf.cm, 5-26 in.lbf}