How to Replace Outer Tie Rod 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla

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This video shows you how to install new TRQ outer tie rods on your 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla. Outer tie rods, sometimes referred to as “tie rod ends,” connect the steering rack to the steering knuckle. Their joints can wear out over time, causing loose steering, vibrations, and uneven tire wear. They are also a common failure point in localities with safety inspections.

This repair was done on a 2008 Toyota Corolla S 1.8L Sedan 4-Door FWD Automatic and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2003 Toyota Corolla
2004 Toyota Corolla
2005 Toyota Corolla
2006 Toyota Corolla
2007 Toyota Corolla
2008 Toyota Corolla

Tools you will need:
• 18mm Socket
• 21mm Socket
• 3/8 Inch Impact Gun
• Anti-Seize Grease
• Hammer
• Rubber Mallet

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[MattJMT]

Great video! I will be replacing my outer tie rods after watching this!

[anonymousanonymous-vqdm]

BEFORE you remove a tierod count exposed THREADS and match exposed thread when you replace with new tierod of counting how many turns it takes to take out tierod....you can also count the thread itself from other side....count threads which are located /exposed between inner tie rod and outer tierod.... match " EXPOSED " THREADS WHICH ARE LOCATED BETWEEN INNER TIE ROD AND OUTER TIEROD TURNS....that will be more accurate when you put NEW tierod back on....in short....COUNT EXPOSED THREADS WHICH YOU CAN SEE AND MATCH EXPOSED THREAD AT END OF OUTER TIEROD OR BETWEEN INNER TIEROD AND OUTER TIEROD....AND IT WILL PUT LESS WEAR ON OUTER TIEROD, AFTER YOU GET LONG

[Josh-o]

man idk what my corolla is made out of, last night with a buddy we went to change my front wheel bearing but couldn't get the outer tie rod off even after hammering it for HOURS, any tips ?

[jamesdarlington]

New inner tie rod and steering knuckle suddenly appear....🤣🤣