Grease zerks in the top of the tie-rod end allow them to be lubricated for long life, and rubber boots over the end of the joint retain the grease and keep out mud, water, and dust. Not all tie ...

As the two parts of the linkage move against each other, the grease in the tie rod ends cushions them. The grease keeps the parts moving freely and prevents friction that would wear them away.

You can buy a grease gun, some chassis grease and a couple of aerosol cans of lubricant for less than the price of one worn-out tie rod end. So there's no excuse. Your vehicle doesn't need to ...