Fig. 29: Measuring Rack Runout
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
TIE-ROD END INSPECTION
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and boot cracks. Replace it if necessary.
2. Inspect the ball joint for looseness. Replace the tie-rod end if necessary.
3. Rotate the ball joint five times.
4. Measure the rotation torque of the ball joint using the
SST
and a pull scale.
Tie-rod end rotational torque
0.4-3.0 N.m {3.5-30.5 kgf.cm, 3.1-26.5 in.lbf}
[Pull scale reading: 3.5-29.9 N {0.35-3.05 kgf, 0.8-6.7 lbf}]
5. If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata
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