Tie rod ends play a vital role in helping your vehicle safely navigate turns. This key component of your vehicle's steering system can experience issues that may be hard to detect. The experts at Industrial Compnent Sales Inc. of Hudson, WI, say that you can be on the lookout for certain indicators to determine when it is time to replace your tie rod ends. Diagnose problems before they grow out of hand by heeding these signs.

When to Replace Tie Rod Ends

Uneven Tire Wear

Uneven wear on your tires occurs when the vehicle comes out of alignment. When that happens, your car may pull to one direction or the other, causing excessive wear on the tire treads. If you notice uneven wear on the inside or outside of your front tires, you may need to check the tie rod ends.

Shaking Steering Wheel & Vibrating Car

When the rod ends begin to fail, you may experience excessive shaking in the steering wheel, which becomes more noticeable as you turn corners. If the rods are really bad, the car may vibrate because the steering wheel is close to losing control over the tires.

Sagging Tires

Tie rod ends also play a role in providing support for the wheels and tires. When they begin to fail, you may notice the tires sagging. The problem may not be noticeable right away, but over time, it will become more pronounced.

Paying attention to certain warning signs can alert you to a potentially dangerous problem with your tie rod ends. If you are looking for the highest-quality power transmission products in Hudson or Delavan, WI, Bemidji, MN, or Lincoln, NE, call on Industrial Component Sales, Inc. They offer the latest technology in rod ends, couplings, V-belts and motion control products. Give them a call at (651) 270-0151 or visit their website to submit a contact for more information.