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tie rod ends

22 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Tie rod ends are parts that help your car's steering work properly. They connect the steering system to the wheels. If they break or wear out, it can make it hard to steer your car.

Technical Definition

Tie rod ends are crucial components of a vehicle's steering system, connecting the steering rack to the steering knuckle. They allow for the transfer of motion from the steering wheel to the wheels, enabling the vehicle to turn. If they are damaged or worn out, it can lead to poor steering response and alignment issues.

Hear It Discussed

"Yes, right, right, right, right. You really should have someone take a look at the ball joints, the tie rod ends and all that stuff that's holding the wheels together."
#2650: Non Impediti Ratione Cogitationis The Best of Car Talk 19:00

"Yeah, well, then we didn't need to replace it then I did put new sway bar links new tie rod ends. I did it, you know Pretty much everything"
Money Saving Live Automotive Advice Show with Helpful Car Repair Tips Under The Hood show 40:29

"It could be tie rod ends, but that's unlikely at that mileage. So let me let me just give you a tip."
Car Pro Radio Show May 23 26 Hour 1 CarPro Radio Show 24:11