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On a vehicle with rack and pinion style steering, there is an inner tie rod end at each end of the steering rack. When the driver turns the steering wheel, the steering rack either pushes or pulls the front wheels. The inner tie rod end provides pivot points for the steering gear and transfers the movements of the steering wheel to the wheels.
To replace the inner tie rod end, the wheel is removed and the outer tie rod end is removed from the steering knuckle. Then the steering rack boot is removed, and the inner tie rod end is removed and replaced. Finally, the vehicle's wheel alignment is adjusted to the manufacturer's specification to ensure proper tire wear and steering characteristics.
About this Repair: Inner Tie Rod End Replacement
Recommendations
We recommend that tie rod ends be replaced in pairs when possible.
We recommend a four-wheel alignment when tie-rod ends are replaced. The new tie rod ends affect the vehicle's steering and handling, which will affect the wheel alignment.
Why this happens
Faulty tie rod ends can cause the vehicle to pull to one side when driving or braking.
Faulty tie rod ends can also cause uneven inner and outer tire wear.
Bad tie rod ends can produce a "knocking" sound coming from the wheels when turning them back and forth while parking.