Tie-Rod End Inspection: Notes

1. Remove the wheel and tire. (See WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove the tie-rod end. (See TIE-ROD END REPLACEMENT (US) .)
3. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.

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   • If there is a malfunction, replace the tie-rod end. (See TIE-ROD END REPLACEMENT (US) .)
4. Inspect the tie-rod end for excessive play.
   • If there is a malfunction, replace the tie-rod end. (See TIE-ROD END REPLACEMENT (US) .)
5. Rotate the ball joint of the tie-rod end 5 times.
6. Install 2 nuts to the ball joint and measure the rotation torque of the tie-rod end using a torque wrench.

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