Outer tie rod replacement?

Hi,

You won't need too many tools. There are two nuts you need to deal with. The outer is where the tie rod attaches to the steering knuckle (closest to the tire). The inner is a lock nut that connects the inner and outer tie rods. So, I would recommend using a six-point socket. However, a closed end wrench will work as well. I highlighted the two nuts below.

Next, a tool called a pickle fork can be used to separate the tie rod end from the knuckle. See the red arrow in the pic below. That is where you would place the fork and then hit it with a hammer to separate the two.

When you do this, it is important to make sure the new tie rod is the same length from where it mounts to the inner to where it attaches to the knuckle. Most people will count the number of turns the tie rod makes when removing it. Then, when installing the new one, screw it in the same number of turns. If this part is done incorrectly, the tow-in (alignment) will be off, so take your time.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions. Additionally, here is a link that explains in general how to do this job:

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

Take care,

Joe

See pic below.