Tie Rod Replacement near Bakersfield, California

There are 13 RepairPal Certified locations for Tie Rod Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

13 Results for Tie Rod Replacement near Bakersfield, California

Tie Rod Replacement can be completed at all of these locations, along with other repairs and services.

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Eye Street Automotive

4.8
(42)
0.18 mi
2429 Eye St
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Mon
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Pacific Tire Wheel Chester

4.5
(22)
1.13 mi
1501 California Avenue
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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APR Automotive Repair

4.5
(43)
1.9 mi
4949 Standard Street
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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BEST VALUE TIRE & SERVICE

4.8
(16)
2.46 mi
416 Minner Avenue
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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On Site Lube Auto & Tire

4.9
(19)
2.86 mi
1705 Columbus Street
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 7:00 AM Sat
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High Voltage Auto | Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Only

4.9
(35)
4.1 mi
4101 East Brundage Lane
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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McWilliams & Walden

4.7
(46)
4.16 mi
4201 E Brundage Ln
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Best Value Tire & Service

4.7
(25)
4.42 mi
3701 Niles St
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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American Tire Depot - Bakersfield (Full Service Auto Repair)

4.1
(17)
5.44 mi
4860 Stine Rd
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Accurate Smog

4.5
(73)
5.62 mi
6600 SCHIRRA CT
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Midas - Bakersfield

4.2
(112)
5.7 mi
6919 White Lane
Bakersfield, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Mon
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Penas Auto Electric Smog and Repair

4.5
(25)
8.18 mi
303 Taft Highway
Bakersfield, CA
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Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Tie Rod Replacement

How are tie rod issues diagnosed?

The technician will check the undercarriage for signs of steering and suspension component failure. If the inner tie rod has any movement in the ball-in-socket joint, or is otherwise physically damaged, it will be considered ruined.
Tie Rod Replacement

How is a tie rod replaced?

On cars or trucks with a steering gearbox, the vehicle will be lifted, and the wheel in question will be removed before turning the steering wheel the complete other direction. Once inner or outer tie rod is exposed, the castle nut will be removed. The tie rod can then be taken off. A wheel alignment will be necessary once the new one is in place. Cars with steering racks are slightly different. The vehicle is raised and stripped of the wheel, outer tie rod, steering rack and inner tie rod dust boot. A special tool is needed to remove the inner tie rod. Other parts may also need to be removed to gain access.

What to look out for when dealing with tie rod issues

After removing the steering rack dust boots, the presence of power steering fluid could indicate a failed seal, and replacement of the steering rack will be recommended.

Can I replace the tie rod myself?

Only someone with a lot of suspension and steering system knowledge should attempt this repair. It's usually best left to professional repair shops.

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