Tie-Rod to knuckle arm bolt?
#1
12-11-2008, 10:40 PM
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Tie-Rod to knuckle arm bolt?
Good evening all,
New to these forums, so if this has been covered before, I apologize, and please direct me in the right direction if possible. I heard a noise when turning and going over not so flat and even roads today, so did some inspection when I got home, and I think I have found the cause. When looking at what I believe is the tie-rod attaching to the knuckle arm on my right front tire area, I saw this bolt or nut or whatever it is missing some of the rubber washers or boots on it, and it had plenty of play in it when I touched it. Upon looking at the right hand side, I saw that it had 2 extra rubber washers or boots, and no play whatsoever with the nut. I have attached pictures, and my question is fairly simple...can I just replace this nut, if so, what is it called and can I get it from auto zone or someplace like that? If not, well...yeah...
My steering and alignment hasn't seemed to have been affected at all, so I'm hoping I don't have to replace the entire tie-rod...just need to know about the nut or bolt or whatever it is for now. Thanks
JPD
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New to these forums, so if this has been covered before, I apologize, and please direct me in the right direction if possible. I heard a noise when turning and going over not so flat and even roads today, so did some inspection when I got home, and I think I have found the cause. When looking at what I believe is the tie-rod attaching to the knuckle arm on my right front tire area, I saw this bolt or nut or whatever it is missing some of the rubber washers or boots on it, and it had plenty of play in it when I touched it. Upon looking at the right hand side, I saw that it had 2 extra rubber washers or boots, and no play whatsoever with the nut. I have attached pictures, and my question is fairly simple...can I just replace this nut, if so, what is it called and can I get it from auto zone or someplace like that? If not, well...yeah...
My steering and alignment hasn't seemed to have been affected at all, so I'm hoping I don't have to replace the entire tie-rod...just need to know about the nut or bolt or whatever it is for now. Thanks
JPD
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#3
12-12-2008, 12:47 AM
RE: Tie-Rod to knuckle arm bolt?
It's the front anti roll bar (aka swaybar) bushes. You sound like you have near zero mechanical experience, so I suggest you take it to a mechanic to have them replaced (bushes only). It will be a quick and cheap job unless the mechanic sees you coming...
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12-12-2008, 07:10 AM
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RE: Tie-Rod to knuckle arm bolt?
Ah, now I see why I couldn't quite figure that out...I do have mechanical experience, just not with road vehicles I guess you could say...so this is my attempt at fixing this thing on my own...there's a DIY shop on post that I'm going to go to tomorrow to see if they have the tools for me to get it on my own. I appreciate the help.
JPD
JPD
#5
12-12-2008, 08:50 AM
RE: Tie-Rod to knuckle arm bolt?
I think you'll find that it's a very easy job. As long as the shop you have on base on whatever has metric wrenches, youre all set. You'll need a 12mm and a 10mm, I think... maybe a 14...
It's basically just a long bolt, some washers, rubber bushings and a nut. You can find them online for about $11 a pop, I suggest tasauto.com or rockauto.com.
It's basically just a long bolt, some washers, rubber bushings and a nut. You can find them online for about $11 a pop, I suggest tasauto.com or rockauto.com.
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