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The Outer Tie Rod End, a part of the vehicle's steering system, is basically a right-angled ball joint. It is the final pivot point that initiates the wheels to turn. The outer tie rod end connects the inner tie rod end to the steering knuckle which turns the wheels of the automobile. The outer tie rod end is named so as it is located farther out from the center of the vehicle than the inner tie rod end. An adjusting sleeve, attached to the outer tie rod end, allows the length of the tie rod to be adjustable. A faulty outer tie rod end could result in damage to your car's steering mechanism.
Tie Rod End. Tie rod ends are used in the steering linkage, steering knuckle pivot supports, and various hinge mechanisms. They connect the center link to the steering knuckle on cars with ordinary suspension systems and recirculating ball steering gears. Together with the ball joints, tie rod ends make sure the car steers left and right at the same time it is hitting bumps and potholes that might cause the wheel to travel up and down.