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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. Image courtesy of ClearMechanic.com. Tie rods connect either end of the steering rack to the steering knuckles on which the front wheels pivot when the steering wheel is turned. The tie rod has two sections threaded together, so their length can be adjusted and the front wheels aligned.