4550369025 Toyota END SUB-ASSY, STEERING RACK, Price: 135.06$, Weight: 0.926kg
| Make | Number | Name | Availability | Weight, kg | Ship in, Days | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Toyota |
4550369025 |
END SUB-ASSY, STEERING RACK |
166 |
0.926 |
2-3 |
135.06$ |
Originals
| Make | Number | Name | Availability | Weight, kg | Processing, days | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota |
END SUB-ASSY, STEERING RACK
|
36 |
1.065
|
|
155.16$
|
Compatibility
| Description | Model | Options | Prod Period | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDJ101,UZJ100 | UZJ100W-GNAZK | ATM,MTM: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; Grade: CYGNUS TYPE; Gear Shift Type: ATM, 5-SPEED FLOOR SHIFT; Engine: (2UZFE) 4700CC 32-VALVE DOHC EFI | 08.2002 - 08.2007 | View |
| Description | Model | Options | Prod Period | Diagram |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FZJ10#,HDJ100,HZJ105,UZJ100 | UZJ100R-GNMNKQ | ATM,MTM: MANUAL TRANSMISSION; Driver's Position: RIGHT-HAND DRIVE VEHICLES; Grade: GX TYPE; Fuel Induction: ELECTRIC FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM; Gear Shift Type: MTM, 5-SPEED FLOOR SHIFT; Engine: (2UZFE) 4700CC 32-VALVE DOHC EFI; Destination: AUSTRALIA | 08.2002 - 05.2006 | View |
Steering Rack End Assembly βοΈ
This inner tie rod (rack end) links the steering rack to the outer tie rod, turning wheel input into precise road wheel angle. It keeps steering tight, stable, and predictable. Built with hardened steel and a sealed ball-and-socket, it handles heavy loads and rough roads with confidence.
Why itβs needed
Without a healthy rack end, the steering develops play, alignment drifts, and tires scrub. This part maintains toe setting, absorbs road shocks, and protects the rack from impact and vibration.
How it works
The threaded shank screws into the rack. A greased spherical joint moves freely under a protective boot, transmitting rack motion to the outer tie rod. Internal preload keeps the joint tight, reducing knock and wander.
What happens if itβs worn or broken β
- Clunk over bumps, loose on-center feel, steering shimmy.
- Uneven tire wear and pull under braking.
- Torn boot or grease seepage, corrosion inside the joint.
- In severe failure: sudden loss of steering control and rack damage.
Tech tips
- Replace in pairs, torque to spec, then do a wheel alignment.
- Inspect boots and clamps; renew if cracked.
- Use thread locker where specified and verify inner joint preload.
Compatibility
- Land Cruiser
- Land Cruiser 100