Tie-Rod End Inspection

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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 tie-rod end five 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
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
  Tie-rod end rotational torque
- 0.5-2.1 N.m {5.1-21 kgf.cm, 4.5-18 in.lbf}