Did you ever wonder how a car turns when you steer the wheel? It could feel like magic, but the answer is the car’s track rod. The track rod is a vital parts of the car's steering system. It links the steering rack, the gizmo that moves your steering wheel when you turn it, to the wheel hub, which holds the wheels. The purpose of the track rod is to ensure that when you turn the steering wheel, the wheels also turn the same way so that the car maintains a smooth trajectory in the desired direction. Your car would be virtually impossible to control without a functioning track rod, which would be dangerous to drive.
Wheels Not Straight: If you drive straight but your tires point in two different directions then you might be having an issue at the track rod. For safe driving, it is essential to have correct alignment.
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This makes checking your car's track rods regularly a smart idea. Routine checks can prevent issues before they make you reach for your wallet for repairs. Check for sloppiness and an unusual amount of play in the steering wheel, listen closely when moving the wheel for strange noises or vibrations, and feel for any unusual vibration. If you see any of these, it’s a good idea to get them looked at. Maintaining well your track rods makes your car to run better and for longer, thus securing you investment.
This job can be tricky to do if you have not done it before however with the correct tools, JAV repair family are here to guide you through fitting a track rod. To help you better here is a step by step guide:
Unscrew the Track Rod End: Place an adjustable wrench on the locking nut on the track rod end and turn it counter clockwise. Finally, remove the cotter pin. Next unscrew the track rod end from the steering arm and pull off the dust cover (if fitted)
Put the Wheel Back On: Reinstall the wheel and torque the lugs down properly using a torque wrench to the manufacture’s specs. This ensures that a wheel is on consistent with the way that it should be.
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