Tie Rod Replacement near Modesto, California

There are 32 RepairPal Certified locations for Tie Rod Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

32 Results for Tie Rod Replacement near Modesto, California

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

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Mazda's Plus

4.8
(291)
1.33 mi
1400 N 9th St
Modesto, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Import Automotive Repair

4.9
(15)
1.35 mi
1400 N 9th St
Modesto, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Big O Tires

4.6
(15)
2.13 mi
4237 McHenry Ave
Modesto, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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M & J Complete Automotive Care

4.6
(271)
2.27 mi
601 Bangs Ave
Modesto, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Auto Alternatives

4.5
(11)
2.51 mi
442 Galaxy Way
Modesto, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Motor Motion Automotive

4.4
(35)
4.09 mi
4724 Greenleaf Ct
Modesto, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Mon
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Oakdale Auto Care & Tire

4.7
(18)
10.9 mi
811 South Yosemite Avenue
Oakdale, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Countryside Tire & Brake

4.3
(17)
13.45 mi
1620 Countryside Dr
Turlock, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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EEE Auto Service & Towing

4.1
(18)
23.85 mi
326 West Grant Line Road
Tracy, CA
Closed
Opens 9:00 AM Mon
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Larry's Auto Repair

4.9
(84)
24.8 mi
308 North Grant St.
Stockton, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Mon
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Toole's Garage - Stockton

4.5
(120)
25.39 mi
847 N El Dorado St
Stockton, CA
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Midas - Tracy

3.8
(26)
25.81 mi
2615 West Grant Line Road
Tracy, CA
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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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