tie rod and the jam nut was loose?

1995 FORD MUSTANG
229,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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STANG007
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Hey guys, I was wondering, the other day I realized that the right front wheel was a bit loose (left and right motion on the wheel) so I checked the tie-rod and the jam nut was loosen. So I tighted it and now the wheel is really a bit bit bit loose. I was just wondering if theres any problem with that or if its normal to have a tiny loose. Its only the right wheel thats has a tiny loose. You help would be really apreciated!

Thanks.
Jul 2, 2008 at 7:29 PM
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Hello,

If the tie rob bushings are worn you will have lateral movement of the wheel.
You also want to make sure that the wheel itself it torqued properly to the hub.
A little play is ok but is you can feel vibration when you drive it is a sign the component needs to be changed.

The tie rod end can be changed using simple hand tools. You will have to lift the vehicle and secure it before getting started.

Here is a article that covers the tie rod end replacement procedures:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/tie-rod-end-replacement

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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