Rack End
The rack end (inner tie rod) connects the steering rack to the outer tie rod end. Its ball joint wears from road shocks and speed bumps, causing play and uneven tyre wear. It sits under the rack boot, so wear is often missed until the tyres show it.
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Signs your Rack End needs replacing
- Play in the steering at the straight-ahead position
- Knocking over bumps
- Uneven inner or outer tyre wear
- Wheel alignment will not hold
When to replace
Replace when play is detected. Fit new boots and clips, and have the wheel alignment set afterwards.
Brands we commonly supply
Availability varies by vehicle. Typical brands for this part include:
Why buy from BOTANVÈ AUTO
We are a licensed UAE trader (Botanvè FZC LLC, Ajman) supplying genuine and OEM-quality parts to garages and car owners across all seven Emirates. Every enquiry is checked against your chassis number before we quote, so the part that arrives is the part that fits. Delivery is arranged to Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah.
Rack End — frequently asked questions
Rack end or tie rod end?
The rack end is inside the boot; the tie rod end is the outer ball joint at the wheel. Both wear and are often changed together.
Do I need an alignment afterwards?
Yes — always align after replacing steering parts.
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