None. There should be no play. If there is the tie rod end is worn.
Put the vehicle on a rack and inspect the tie rods.
You should always have an alignment when replacing any steering mechanism such as tie rod, ball joint etc.
picklefork tool. sometimes the complete tie rod has to be replaced
you need a inner tie rod tool
1994 buick regal inner tie rod ends
you most likely have worn tie rod ends or inner tie rod bushings that need replacing.
Rear wheel drive, tie rod ends, pitman arm, gear box itself. Front wheel drive, tie rod ends or the rack and pinion.
Yes, and they should be checked everytime you replace an outer.
Grease fittings are located at upper and lower ball joints, outer tie rod ends, inner tie rod ends, pitman arm and both ends of idler arm.
Yes, it is very dangerous. If the tie rod is worn and it come loose you will loose all steering control and will have an accident which could result in death. Do not drive any vehicle with worn tie rod ends.
center steering link