How to Remove and Install a Tie Rod End on a 2002-2008 Toyota Solara?

In order to safely and effectively remove the tie-rod end, the following should be done; loosen the wheel lug nuts and the front wheel should be raised a little then the front side of the car should be lifted using the jack and place the car on to the jack stands and block the rear wheels, apply the parking break before finally removing the front wheel. Then, grasp the tie-rod with locking pliers or wrench and unscrew the jam nut to match the tip of the tie-rod against the marking to enable the new tie-rod end to be threaded by the same number of turns. Take out the cotter pin and slacken the nut on the tie-rod end stud and take off the tie-rod from the knuckle arm using a puller and after taking out the nut, the rod and the knuckle arm can be separated. Loosen the nut on the tie-rod to thereby loosen the tie-rod end from the tie-rod. To install the tie-rod end, pass the threaded end through the marked position and fix the tie-rod stud into the steering knuckle arm then use the jam nut to lock it In place. Place the castle nut on the stud, and tighten it to the correct torque; replace the cotter pin also with a new one. Last, put back the wheel and the lug nuts, drop the vehicle and then over-tighten the lug nuts to the recommended value, then take the vehicle for alignment to either a dealer's service department or an alignment shop.

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Toyota Solara Tie Rod Set Right Hand
Part Number: 45460-09050
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- Other Name: Rod Assy, Tie, RH; Outer Tie Rod
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 45460-39635
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2008 Toyota Solara | SE, SLE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 2AZFE, 3MZFE; ACV30L-GCAGKA, ACV30L-GCANKA, ACV30L-GCMNKA, ACV30L-GCPGKA, ACV30L-GCPNKA, MCV31L-GCAGKA, MCV31L-GCANKA, MCV31L-GKAGKA, MCV31L-GKANKA
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Toyota Solara Outer Tie Rod Assembly
Part Number: 45470-09040
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Assy, Tie, LH; Outer Tie Rod
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 45470-39225, 45470-A9030
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2008 Toyota Solara | SE, SLE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 2AZFE, 3MZFE; ACV30L-GCAGKA, ACV30L-GCANKA, ACV30L-GCMNKA, ACV30L-GCPGKA, ACV30L-GCPNKA, MCV31L-GCAGKA, MCV31L-GCANKA, MCV31L-GKAGKA, MCV31L-GKANKA
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Toyota Solara Tie Rod Set Right Hand
Part Number: 45460-39635
$104.06 MSRP: $146.69
You Save: $42.63 (30%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Assy, Tie, RH
- Manufacturer Note: (J)
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 45460-09050
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Toyota Solara | SE, SLE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 2AZFE, 3MZFE; ACV30L-GCAGKA, ACV30L-GCANKA, ACV30L-GCMNKA, ACV30L-GCPGKA, ACV30L-GCPNKA, MCV31L-GCAGKA, MCV31L-GCANKA, MCV31L-GKAGKA, MCV31L-GKANKA
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Toyota Solara Left Tie Rod End Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 45046-09020
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- Other Name: End Sub-Assembly, Tie Rod, Lh
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 45046-29255
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
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- 1999-2003 Toyota Solara | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE, 2AZFE, 5SFE; ACV20L-GCMNKA, ACV20L-GCPNKA, ACV20L-GCPNKK, ACV20L-GKPNKA, MCV20L-GCMNKA, MCV20L-GCMNKK, MCV20L-GCPNKA, MCV20L-GCPNKK, MCV20L-GKPNKA, MCV20L-GKPNKK, SXV20L-GCMNKA, SXV20L-GCPNKA, SXV20L-GCPNKK, SXV20L-GKPNKA
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Toyota Solara Rod Assembly, Tie, Left-Hand
Part Number: 45470-39225
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Assy, Tie, LH
- Manufacturer Note: (J)
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 45470-09040
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Toyota Solara | SE, SLE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 2AZFE, 3MZFE; ACV30L-GCAGKA, ACV30L-GCANKA, ACV30L-GCMNKA, ACV30L-GCPGKA, ACV30L-GCPNKA, MCV31L-GCAGKA, MCV31L-GCANKA, MCV31L-GKAGKA, MCV31L-GKANKA

Toyota Solara Tie Rod End

The Toyota Solara Tie Rod End connects the steering rack to the steering knuckle so the wheels turn precisely with steering wheel input. This little joint is part of the steering linkage that takes rotational movement from the gear mounted on the steering column and converts it into sideways movement to turn the vehicle's front wheels. Both sides of the steering assembly consist of an inner Tie Rod End attached to the rack gear and an outer Tie Rod End connected to the steering knuckle. These together form an adjustable assembly. As it carries force, the assembly permits the suspension to move up and down. A conventional hydraulic or electric power steering system helps it to move but relies on the smooth transfer of force ensured by that trusted ball-and-socket action inside the Tie Rod End to deliver the mechanical advantage. In time, wear will occur causing looseness, binding, or poor self-centering. This means that a new Toyota Solara component is needed for a crisp response. The assembly of the Tie Rod End of a Toyota Solara is therefore critical for safe, predictable cornering. If you want your steering on your Toyota Solara to stay factory-true and confident, have it checked regularly.

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Toyota Solara Tie Rod End Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Left Tie Rod End Sub-Assembly
45046-09020
Q: How to Remove and Install a Tie Rod End on a 2002-2008 Toyota Solara?
A:
In order to safely and effectively remove the tie-rod end, the following should be done; loosen the wheel lug nuts and the front wheel should be raised a little then the front side of the car should be lifted using the jack and place the car on to the jack stands and block the rear wheels, apply the parking break before finally removing the front wheel. Then, grasp the tie-rod with locking pliers or wrench and unscrew the jam nut to match the tip of the tie-rod against the marking to enable the new tie-rod end to be threaded by the same number of turns. Take out the cotter pin and slacken the nut on the tie-rod end stud and take off the tie-rod from the knuckle arm using a puller and after taking out the nut, the rod and the knuckle arm can be separated. Loosen the nut on the tie-rod to thereby loosen the tie-rod end from the tie-rod. To install the tie-rod end, pass the threaded end through the marked position and fix the tie-rod stud into the steering knuckle arm then use the jam nut to lock it In place. Place the castle nut on the stud, and tighten it to the correct torque; replace the cotter pin also with a new one. Last, put back the wheel and the lug nuts, drop the vehicle and then over-tighten the lug nuts to the recommended value, then take the vehicle for alignment to either a dealer's service department or an alignment shop.