Tie Rod End: Testing and Inspection

CHECKING TIE ROD END BALL JOINT STARTING TORQUE





1. Mount two nuts on the ball joint, and then measure the starting torque.
Standard Value: Tie rod end ball joint starting torque 0.5 - 2.5 Nm ( 5 - 25 kg.cm, 4 - 22 ft. lbs.)
2. If the starting torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the tie-rod end.

NOTE: Even if the starting torque is less than the standard value, the ball joint may be still reused unless it has drag and excessive play.