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A tie rod basically completes the connection between the steering wheel and the wheel itself. It is what steers the vehicle.

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What is the function of the inner tie rod?

on a steering rack the inner tie rod is threaded and will be the mount for the outer tie rod.


Can a bad tie rod cause your wheel to be crooked?

Yes, replace tie rod and have the car realigned.


What is a tie rod?

I believe your referring to a tie rod, which is a steering component. There is an inner tie rod and an outer tie rod. The inner tie rod connects to the steering rack which is what is used to turn your wheels left or right. The outer tie rod connects to the inner tie rod and also to the steering knuckle. If you've got a newer 300 series car, chances are your gonna have them replaced because there are some problems with tie rods on these cars. A TIE rod connects the steering to the wheel.


What is the function of the tie-rod bushing?

the tie rod piviots inside the bushing when the suspension expands or retracts and when you steer the vehicle. stopping it from binding up


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I believe your referring to a tie rod, which is a steering component. There is an inner tie rod and an outer tie rod. The inner tie rod connects to the steering rack which is what is used to turn your wheels left or right. The outer tie rod connects to the inner tie rod and also to the steering knuckle. If you've got a newer 300 series car, chances are your gonna have them replaced because there are some problems with tie rods on these cars. A TIE rod connects the steering to the wheel.


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What is a tyrod?

I believe your referring to a tie rod, which is a steering component. There is an inner tie rod and an outer tie rod. The inner tie rod connects to the steering rack which is what is used to turn your wheels left or right. The outer tie rod connects to the inner tie rod and also to the steering knuckle. If you've got a newer 300 series car, chances are your gonna have them replaced because there are some problems with tie rods on these cars.


What happens when tie rod brakes on Mercury Villager?

You wreck the car !!!!!!!!!


What is the tie rod?

The tie rod is a rod acting as a tie in a building or other structure. A tie rod is also referred to as a rod in the steering gear of a motor vehicle.


How do you replace tie rod on a 1993 Mercury Tracer?

To access a tie rod the Tracer needs to be safely raised and supported. Remove the wheels and lower ball joint. Mark and remove the outer tie rod. Install the new tie rod to the proper marking. Reinstall everything and take the car to receive an alignment.


What is the function of the boot on rack and pinion?

It seals dirt and water out of the inner tie rod.


Does tie rod problems cause car to shake?

yes, it does. Once the outer tie rod is loose or damage the wheel automatically lose strength and start shaking.