This part basically connects your steering rack to your wheel. It's a pretty simple idea, a metal rod with a ball joint on the end. That ball joint lets the steering move, letting you turn the wheels. The lock nut keeps everything secure, tightened down so it doesn’t come loose while you’re driving. It allows for pivoting movement while maintaining a solid connection. Think of it as a key link in your steering system. When you turn the steering wheel, the motion gets transferred through a series of parts, and the tie rod end is right there, actually pushing or pulling on the steering knuckle to make the wheel turn. It's part of what translates your steering input into actual wheel movement. There are inner and outer tie rod ends; this one is typically the outer, connecting directly to the wheel. It’s important because it directly affects your steering control and safety. If this gets worn or damaged, you’ll notice if you’re getting loose steering, wandering on the highway, or uneven tire wear. Worn tie rod ends can lead to really scary situations, affecting your ability to control the vehicle. They're safety critical, honestly. It acts like a shield against road impacts and stress on your steering. Replacing these proactively is always a good idea, especially if you’re doing other front end work. You can find a good selection of these at places like Fixparts Online if you need one. Perfect fit for your vehicle: Tie Rod End with Lock Nut (MPN ADV188706) comes with a 12-month warranty!

About Blue Print

Blue Print provides a comprehensive range of precision-engineered replacement parts for Asian, American, and European vehicles, known for their quality and exact fit.

Why Choose Blue Print?

• We offer a really wide range of parts, covering most popular cars. You're likely to find what you need with us. • Blue Print parts are made to the same quality as original equipment, so you get a reliable product without the high price. • We're constantly adding new parts to our range, keeping up with the latest car models. • We work with garages and car owners alike, offering parts you can trust for all kinds of repairs and maintenance. Performance you can rely on – Blue Print parts from FixParts Online.