Changing steering rods.

CiniO

I need to change steering rods in my 01 Fiat Bravo.

Just to clarify - not just rod ends, but the whole rods.

I've bought a set like this:


As you can see it should be easy enough as you just screw them into the steering rack. There are some cuts in the end of the bigger element which allows to easily screw them in with the proper tool. (you can see them on the picture)

My problem though is, that in original rods which are there, there's no this cut's which would allow me to unscrew the old rods.

How am I supposed to take them off?

crosshair1

This is what I use

http://www.irishautoparts.ie/tools/steering-and-suspension-tools/laser-inner-tie-rod-tool-multi-purpose-la3829.html

Nissan doctor

The tool above is the best job but perhaps a bit pricey for a one off job.

A decent vice grips or adjustable pliers and a strong hand should see them off.

Captain Slow IRL

A good stilson wrench to get a grip and lock the steering wheel to access each side. You will have to get the tracking checked after replacing them.

The Muppet

did this last week on a friends ford focus , exact same situation, no grip on original. I used the stilson to loosen the old one. once you get a move on it it will come,out easily.