Tie Rod Replacement near San Clemente, California

There are 50 RepairPal Certified locations for Tie Rod Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

50 Results for Tie Rod Replacement near San Clemente, California

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

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Ramona Tire - San Clemente

4.8
(110)
6.27 mi
603 S El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Shadetree Automotive

4.9
(37)
7.47 mi
1635 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Mission Auto Care

4.4
(24)
14.95 mi
3596 Mission Avenue
Oceanside, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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West Oceanside Automotive & Transmission

4
(74)
14.95 mi
229 South Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA
Closed
Opens 7:00 AM Mon
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Bobby Grich Auto Repair of RSM

4.8
(87)
15.85 mi
28622 Oso Parkway
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Laguna Viejo Auto Service

4.8
(147)
17.17 mi
25752 El Paseo
Mission Viejo, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Ramona Tire - Mission Viejo - La Paz

4.7
(161)
17.24 mi
27210 La Paz Road
Mission Viejo, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Super Service of Aliso Viejo

4.5
(67)
17.4 mi
27802 Aliso Creek Rd
Aliso Viejo, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Meineke

4.2
(440)
18.7 mi
3844 Plaza Drive
Oceanside, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Sat
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Kevin's Auto Care

4.8
(17)
18.71 mi
1330 N Melrose Dr
Vista, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Stress Free Auto Care - Mission Viejo

4.6
(84)
19.38 mi
23761 Via Fabricante
Mission Viejo, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Glenwood Aliso Creek Auto Repair

4.6
(712)
19.4 mi
22932 Glenwood Drive
Aliso Viejo, CA
Closed
Opens 7:45 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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