How to replace tie rods on most vehicles Ford F150
2014 08 06 nbsp 0183 32 Insert the tie rod separator onto the rubber boot between the tie rod end and the knuckle like so Use your hammer and hit the end of the tie rod separator several times to break the tie rod loose It s in there tight so it may take some work Usually once the tool is driven far enough into the space the tie rod will just pop loose then you