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What does a tie rod end do?
Tie rod ends are part of the outer steering system found on most passenger cars, and help move the wheels.
Why does a tie rod end fail?
If the tie rod end becomes loose over time due to wear, that can negatively impact the steering and handling of the vehicle, especially when cornering. Learn more about how to replace a tie rod end and visit our catalog.
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In this article you will find out about the symptoms of a bad steering and suspension.
As you know, steering and suspension parts are safety-critical, so it's important that you routinely check steering and suspension components and replace any that show signs of wear. If a part is worn or failing, the issues below could result.
Symptoms and what they could mean:
Vehicle continually pulls to one side while driving
Double wishbone on the front suspension.
- Ball joints
- Bushings
- Tie rod ends
- Uneven tire wear/inflation
- Steering rack
- May need alignment
Continued bouncing after hitting a bump or pothole
- Shocks or struts
- Leaf spring
A steering pull or drift to one side after turning
- Bushings
- Ball joints
- Tie rod end
- Rack and pinion
- Uneven tire wear
Steering slips while turning the wheel
- Bushings
- Ball joint
- Tie rod end
- Rack and pinion
- Uneven tire wear
- Strut bearings
- Rack mount
Loose or sloppy steering: excessive play or wandering from side to side
- Tie rod end
- Ball joint
- Bushings
- Rack and pinion
- Strut bearings
- Rack mount
Excessive steering wheel vibration
- Ball joint
- Bushings
Steering veers to one side when driving over a bump or during hard acceleration
Independent rear axle with a coil spring/shock configuration.
- Ball joint
- Control arm
- Tie rod ends
Steering wheel bounces up and down at highway speeds or when braking
- Wheels out of balance
- Uneven tire wear/inflation
- Loose wheel bolts
- Brake rotors
Difficulty in turning the wheel
- Steering belt
- Power steering fluid level low (possibly leaking)
- Steering rack
- Power steering pump
A knocking or clunking sound
- Control arm
- Bushings
- Ball joint
- Tie rod end
If noises occur while turning, check:
- Ball joint
- Tie rod end
- Steering pump belt
- Steering pump
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