Inner tie rods are at each end of the steering rack, and outer tie rods attach inner tie rods to steering knuckles (what wheels attach to).
Completely failed tie rods would cause a lack of steering control.
Check you suspensoin and steering components: ball joints, tie rods, control arms and stabilizer bar bushings, steering rack moorings. strut tower bolts, etc.
Both. Struts for suspension and tie rods for steering.
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There are two types of tie rods on a 2000 Dodge neon. The outer-tie rod connect to the inner-tie rods which mount to the steering rack. The outer units are threaded on to the inner- tie rods. Remove them by spinning it counter clockwise. Take a special tie rod socket to remove the inner-tie rod. Replace the units.
This job depends on the vehicle type, quantity of tie-rods, and quoted labor and parts price. First, most vehicles have four front tie-rods; two outers, and two inners. Additionally there other vehicles which even have rear tie rods! Usually the front outer tie rods fail first, and the inners typically last the life of the vehicle. It is recommended to replace tie rods in pairs to keep both sides wear equal. Replacing a single outer tie rods may be .75 hours of labor. An OEM outer tie rod may cost upwards of 40$ at cash wholesale cost. Lastly, the vehicle will require an alignment after installing tie rods, so factor additional cost.
The length of time that tie rods last will vary depending on the type of car you have, the usage of your vehicle, and the brand of tie rods. However, as a rule of thumb, they should last approximately three years.
I always replace both tie rods.
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A car may sway after putting new inner tie rods due to corrosion. This may also be due to the tie rods being uneven.
Tie rods cannot be adjusted - when they're loose, it's time to replace. See "Related Questions" below for more on replacing tie rods.