Tighten up loose, wandering steering with the QuickSteer EV409 Front Inner Steering Tie Rod End — a Tacoma tie rod built to drop into the 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma. This inner tie rod end links the steering rack/center link to the outer tie rod, transmitting steering input to the front wheels, and it's designed for OE fit and function to help restore steering and handling. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full engine-level fitment.
Signs an inner tie rod end may need replacing include loose or wandering steering, a clunk or play in the steering, and uneven front tire wear. If a worn inner tie rod end is the cause, this QuickSteer unit replaces it.
Does this fit my Toyota Tacoma tie rod setup?
The QuickSteer EV409 is designed as a front inner steering tie rod end for the 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm the engine-level fitment for your vehicle.
Is the EV409 an inner or outer tie rod end?
It is a front inner tie rod end. It connects the steering rack or center link to the outer tie rod on the listed applications.
What are the signs of a bad Tacoma inner tie rod?
Common signs include loose or wandering steering, clunking or play when turning, and uneven front tire wear. Have the cause diagnosed before replacing.
What is the EV409 made of?
It is made of forged alloy steel, and the ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements to improve fatigue strength.
Does it come ready to install?
Yes. It features wrench flats on the housing and stud for easier installation and alignment adjustment, plus pre-applied thread locking compound to help prevent self-loosening.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
