Tie Rod: Testing and Inspection

TIE ROD OSCILLATING TORQUE CHECK
1. Give 10 hard swings to the tie rod.





2. Measure the tie-rod oscillating torque with a spring scale.
Standard value: 3.5 - 17.3 N (0.8 - 3.8 lb) [1.0 - 4.9 Nm (8.9 - 43.4 in-lb)]
3. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the tie-rod.
4. If the measured value is below the standard value, the tie rod can be re-used if it swings smoothly without excessive play.