Tie Rod End: Testing and Inspection

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE INSPECTION

Tie-rod End Inspection

1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and excessive play.

- If there are any cracks, replace the tie-rod end.

2. Inspect the boot for cracks.

- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end boot.

3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times.

4. Measure the rotational torque of the tie-rod end using the SST and a pull scale.






- If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.

Tie-rod end rotation torque
- 0.6-2.0 Nm {6-20 kgf-cm, 5-17 in-lbf}
- Pull scale reading: 5.9-19.6 N {0.61-1.99 kgf, 1.33-4.40 lbf}

Tie rod Inspection

1. Inspect for damage, bending and excessive play.

- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.

2. Swing the ball joint 5 times.

3. Measure the swing torque using a pull scale.






- If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.

Tie-rod end swing torque
- 0.68-2.45 Nm {7.0-24.9 kgf-cm, 6.1-21.6 in-lbf}
- Pull scale reading: 6.8-24.5 N {0.70-2.49 kgf, 1.53-5.50 lbf}