Component Tests and General Diagnostics

NOTE: This check may be done with the power rack and pinion steering gear on or off the vehicle:

1. Disconnect tie rod end from the front wheel spindle using Tie Rod End Remover TOOL-3290-D or equivalent.
2. Hook Spring Scale T74P-3504-Y over tie rod end and measure force required to move front wheel spindle tie rod.
3. If force required to move a front wheel spindle tie rod is not between 8.9 N and 45 N (2 lbs. and 10 lbs.), replace the damaged tie rod end.