How To Replace Outer Tie Rod 96-06 Hyundai Elantra
Difficulty: Advanced · About 45 min · Hyundai Elantra
Replace the outer tie rod, preserving the original toe setting with a measurement, on a 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Tools you will need
- Adjustable wrench
- Length of pipe
- Torque wrench
- Hammer
- Rust penetrant
- 17mm socket
- Grease gun
- 7mm socket
- 22mm wrench
- Needle-nose pliers
- 13mm wrench
Parts and supplies
- Outer tie rod
Steps
- Remove the wheel
Loosen the lugs, remove the hub cap, then raise and support the car and pull the wheel.
- Remove the old tie rod
Measure from the boot's end to the tie rod's tip, soak the 22mm nut in penetrant, hold the inner tie rod with a 13mm wrench while loosening the 22mm nut, pull the ball joint's cotter pin, remove its 17mm nut, strike the spindle to free the stud, then spin the old tie rod off.
- Install the new tie rod
Thread the grease fitting into the new tie rod and tighten it with a 7mm socket, twist the tie rod onto the inner rod to match your measurement, hold it with a wrench while tightening the 22mm nut, then pump fresh grease into the ball joint with a grease gun.
- Reinstall the wheel
Seat the wheel and hub cap, then torque the lug nuts to about 100 ft-lb in a crossing pattern.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.