Inner tie rod torque spec

2008 SMART CAR
89,000 MILES • 1.0L • 3 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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CHIPPRDEEDOO
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What is the torque spec for the inner tie rod to the rack? please.
Mar 27, 2018 at 9:51 AM
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STEVE W.
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Hmm. There is nothing listed in any of the service information I can access. Even the OEM service information does not show a number. All of them call for replacing the entire rack instead of the inner tie rod ends. Probably your best option would be to call a dealer and see if they have a torque number. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
Mar 27, 2018 at 1:16 PM
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CHIPPRDEEDOO
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Steve W., thanks for answering. I was afraid you would say that. When I called the dealership to order the inner tie rod part, I was told it is not sold individually. You have to buy the entire rack at $900.00! That is rather dirty of Mercedes and not very smart at all.

Really appreciate your quick reply!

Best,
c.

Mar 28, 2018 at 9:49 AM
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