What tools are needed to change inner tie rods?
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What tools are needed to change inner tie rods?
A wrench, a ratchet set, needle nose pliers, mallet or hammer, grease gun and an inner tie rod tool are needed to remove the inner or outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckle or ball joint depending on which tie rod end.
Are tie rod ends Greasable?
Moog tie rod ends use a Greasable Design, where applicable, allowing them to be properly maintained for increased longevity.
Do you need a front end alignment after replacing tie rod?
Yes, tie rods control steering angles. In fact, the tread or clamp connecting inner and outer tie rods is used to adjust steering angles. This means that after the replacement of any of the tie rod ends, the vehicle will need the wheel alignment to bring the steering and suspension angles back to within specifications.
What happens if you over grease a ball joint?
DO NOT CONTINUE GREASING ONCE YOU SEE THE BOOT SWELL. The seal that holds that grease in the ball joint can be compromised if too much pressure is applied. If this happens you will be replacing that part sooner than later.
Which is better sealed or Greasable ball joints?
Non greaseable joints are sealed better than greaseable joints. They are designed keep the grease in and the dirt and water out.
How do you change an inner tie rod?
Remove the inner tie rod end. Locate the pin and with a flathead screwdriver pry the pin out. You might need to give the flathead a few taps with a hammer to get it started. Once the pin has been removed you can remove the tie rod end. To do this, you will need a large, deep socket that fits over the inner tie rod end.
How do you adjust an inner tie rod?
Loosen the tie rod lock nut, and then the clamp holding the bellows boot to the tie rod. Rotate the inner tie rod to adjust toe. Split the total toe between the two sides. A few rack and pinion systems incorporate a sleeve with a hex bolt that may be rotated to adjust toe, similar to a tie rod sleeve.
