How to Service and Repair a Tie Rod on Jeep Patriot?

To change the inner tie rod, remove the outer tie rod, then remove the tie rod jam nut from the inner tie rod. Next, disconnect the clamp securing the bellows to the inner tie rod and the clamp securing the bellows to the steering gear body, then detach the bellows. Then, remove the travel restrictor from inner tie rod. Employ the correct inner tie rod removal tool on the hex of the inner tie rod. Do not attempt to hit the inner tie rod with a hammer or heat it up with a blowtorch if it cannot be removed with the tools recommended by the manufacturer, as this may damage the steering gear and require full steering gear replacement. The steering gear must be unthreaded and inner tie rod pulled out.

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Jeep Patriot Inner Tie Rod Part Number: 68040224AB
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Inner End; Drag Link Repair Kit; Steering Tie Rod End; Inner Tie Rod End; Steering Tie Rod; Tie Rod Kit Inner End
- Position: Inner
- Replaces: 68040224AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2017 Jeep Patriot | 75th Anniversary, Latitude, Latitude X, Limited, Sport | 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS

Jeep Patriot Tie Rod

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The Jeep Patriot Tie Rod moves the steering wheel of the vehicle as directed by the steering gear to the front wheels that ensure a turn. The component in the Patriot system forms part of the steering linkage and connects the gear, a rack and pinion unit, or a steering box to the steering knuckles with ball joints that allow for sideways motion for cornering as well as vertical motion as the suspension travels. The Tie Rod assembly usually consists of an inner and outer section joined together by an adjusting sleeve. The inner end of the Tie Rod fastens to the rack or center link while the outer end connects to the steering arm at the knuckle. Enclosed sockets in this design contain ball studs protected by rubber boots that keep dirt out while retaining lubricant. Many sockets are permanently sealed and referred to as lubricated for life. When there is excessive free play, looseness, or damaged dust boots in the Tie Rod assembly, it indicates wear. Service or replacement will restore precise steering response in your Jeep Patriot. When conducting a wheel turning test on a Jeep, the driver may notice some play. Any play in the Tie Rod joints indicates that they are deteriorating. A working Tie Rod of a Jeep Patriot maintains direction.

Jeep Patriot Tie Rod Parts and Q&A

Inner Tie Rod
68040224AB
Q: How to Service and Repair a Tie Rod on Jeep Patriot?
A:
To change the inner tie rod, remove the outer tie rod, then remove the tie rod jam nut from the inner tie rod. Next, disconnect the clamp securing the bellows to the inner tie rod and the clamp securing the bellows to the steering gear body, then detach the bellows. Then, remove the travel restrictor from inner tie rod. Employ the correct inner tie rod removal tool on the hex of the inner tie rod. Do not attempt to hit the inner tie rod with a hammer or heat it up with a blowtorch if it cannot be removed with the tools recommended by the manufacturer, as this may damage the steering gear and require full steering gear replacement. The steering gear must be unthreaded and inner tie rod pulled out.