Tie Rod Articulation Torque

Tie-Rod Articulation Torque

1. NOTE: This check can be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.

Disconnect the tie-rod end from the front wheel knuckle.
2. Move the spindle tie-rod back and forth three times.
3. Hook the Spring Scale over the tie-rod end or the threaded portion of the tie-rod and measure the force required to move the spindle tie-rod.
4. If the force required to move the tie-rod does not meet the specifications, install a new tie-rod.