How to remove a stuck tie rod in the steering knuckle?
99 Honda Civic LX- I've hammered it, I've heated it, I even went and got a pickle fork and used that. I have no idea of what else to do
Added (1). Seperator = Pickle fork just a different name for it.
I'm using a 5lb mini sledge
Bigger hammer. Your not hitting sharp enough. Its the shock that pops them out.
With the fork firmly locked in you might try heat at that point Also have someone else hold a good size hammer just opposite the fork to keep the arm from absorbing the shock.
Get a separator. Its a tapered fork.
TAKE THE NUT OFF FIRST. And it's keeper. Then a BFH, its a special Ford tool used for stubborn parts, they come in a set LFH MFH and BFH
Since you are replacing it at this point anyway, and arent using a tie rod removal tool (harbor freight) hit the part where the nut came off and it will come out. Or put the nut upside down reinatalled, enough to protect the threads.
There's a tool that hooks on the knuckle and has a threaded rod with a special end that is cupped and spins that when tightened pops the tie rod end out. Guess what they call it. A tie rod removal tool!
Use two large hammers. The 5 lb is large enough. Hold one against the steering knuckle as a backer. Strike the other side with the second hammer. Usually takes about three solid strikes to get it to pop out.
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