Tie Rod Replacement near San Jose, 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 Jose, California

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

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Wilson Motorsports

4.9
(61)
0.77 mi
2138 OToole Ave
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Bruce's Tire & Auto Service - N. 10th St

4.8
(140)
1.58 mi
1315 N 10Th St
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Mon
Call the shop at (669) 268-3048 for appointment availability
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Stress Free Auto Care - Milpitas

4.4
(180)
2.71 mi
1052 Yosemite Dr
Milpitas, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Tire Outlet Auto Service

4.8
(48)
4.52 mi
901 S 2nd St
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Leale's Transmissions & Auto

4.6
(168)
4.59 mi
405 Keyes Street
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Stress Free Auto Care - San Jose (Tires Unlimited)

4.7
(65)
5.86 mi
3744 Stevens Creek Blvd
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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B&C Auto Center

4.9
(97)
6.04 mi
1850 Almaden Rd
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Hamilton Union Service / Alliance

3.9
(35)
6.87 mi
337 E Hamilton Ave
Campbell, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Speedee Midas - San Jose

4.7
(7)
7.15 mi
1825 East Capitol Expressway
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Sunnyvale Mobil

4.8
(15)
7.78 mi
1296 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd
Sunnyvale, CA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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C & N Automotive Center

3.7
(18)
8.11 mi
2531 South Winchester Boulevard
Campbell, CA
Closed
Opens 9:30 AM Mon
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Meineke Car Care Center #2296

3.9
(30)
8.13 mi
4701 Hamilton Avenue
San Jose, CA
Closed
Opens 7:30 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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