Description:
The rack end is a component that is attached to the steering rack and connects the steering rack to the hub.
Function:
Equipped in rack & pinion steering system as steering gear mechanism. Steering moment from steering wheel is transferred to running wheels through rack end. It absorbs road conditions and vibrations in order to stabilize vehicle handling. Ball joint is set at vehicle side in order to cope with updowns of running wheel and turning motion from steering wheel.
Connected to outer tie rod end transfering steering moment it has wider pivot angle to cope with updowns and back-forward motions.
By turns of rack end ball stud it can adjust toe-in alignment.
Toyota Part Number: 45503-229295-M
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