Inner Tie-Rod End and Drag Link

Inner Tie-Rod End and Drag Link
1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
3. Check, and if necessary, adjust the front wheel bearings.

4. NOTE: The flexible arm of the dial indicator must be attached to the steering linkage component that is closest to the component being tested.

NOTE: Inner tie-rod end shown, drag link similar.

Install a suitable dial indicator to the steering linkage component being tested.





5. Grasp the tie-rod end forging near the ball stud, pull straight downward and then release it.
6. If the movement exceeds 1.52 mm (0.06 inch), install a new steering linkage component.