Tie Rod Inspection

Inspect for bending and damage.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
Inspect for excessive play.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
Swing the tie rod five times.
Measure the swing torque of the tie rod using a pull scale.
- If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.
Tie rod swing torque

0.4-4.0 N.m {4.1-40 kgf.cm, 3.6-35 in.lbf}

[Pull scale reading: 2.6-26.0 N {0.3-2.6 kgf, 0.6-5.8 lbf}]

Fig 1: Measuring Swing Torque Of Tie Rod Using Pull Scale
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.