How To Replace The Tie Rod Ends. Once the tie rod is loose you should be able to spin it off freely and replace it with the Whiteline replacement tie rod end. Step 4 - Remove the tie rod from the steering arm.
How to replace inner and outer tie rods. However its advised that you replace the tie rod end completely as metal fatigue can also cause the part to fail. Try to turn the tie rod it would help to soak the threads awhile with w-d 40 or heat the tie rod where it screws in the bal joint with a propane or some type torch.
Tie rod ends can wear out due to impact constant use on bumpy roads or simple age.
Tie rods are not very expensive to replace. Cars will typically have two tie rod ends on each side. Frequently the part that wears out in the tie rod end is actually the bushing. Use the inner tie rod removal tool which can be rented from Autozone Advanced or OR to remove the inner tie rod end.
