The steering rods connect the steering gear and the wheel, it is through them that the driver transfers the steering force from the steering gear to the wheels. The HERTH+BUSS JAKOPARTS brand Tie Rod End is attached to the steering rack rod by means of an inner end, to the middle rod of the trapezium - by means of a swivel joint. The rods are connected to the steering knuckle through an external tie rod end.

Internal tie rod ends and ball joints provide vertical mobility of the link - otherwise the links would break off when the vehicle is driven over uneven surfaces. The outer tie rod end provides mobility of the rod and wheel in any plane - so the drive can work normally on turns, pits without damage.

1. TRAFIC II Bus (JL)
2. PRIMASTAR Bus (X83)
3. PRIMASTAR Van (X83)
4. VIVARO A Platform/Chassis (X83)
5. VEL SATIS (BJ0_)
6. VIVARO A Bus (X83)
7. VIVARO A Van (X83)
8. LAGUNA II (BG0/1_)
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12. TRAFIC Van (FL)
13. ESPACE IV (JK0/1_)
14. ESPACE Mk IV (JK0/1_)
15. TRAFIC II Platform/Chassis (EL)
16. TRAFIC II Rodeo (EL)
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18. TRAFIC III Van (FG_)
19. VIVARO B Bus (X82)
20. VIVARO B Van (X82)
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The construction of the tie rod end

As for the device, the rod itself resembles a steel bar. The device of the tie rod end is more complicated, since it serves to connect movable and fixed elements. In fact, it is a swivel joint where the sphere of the pin rotates inside a hemispherical body. A bushing is installed in the body, grease is packed to avoid friction and to allow the pin to deflect at a predetermined angle. The hinge protects the rubber boot.