How often should I replace outer tie rods on toyota corolla?

Toyota Corolla
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how often should I replace outer tie rods on toyota corolla?

so, I was driving my Corolla the other day, and it felt like I was on a boat in a storm, swaying left and right. Turned out my outer tie rods were toast. That was a fun surprise. I mean, who doesn’t love a little unexpected repair bill, right?

I’ve read that you should check them every 30k or so, but honestly, I think that’s just a suggestion. But mine lasted about 60k before they started to get wobbly. And now, I’m wondering, should I be super proactive or wait till they start making weird noises again?

I get it that regular check-ups are good, but how do you know when it’s really urgent? Like, do I just dance around the car and see if it feels off? Anyway, just sharing my struggle, cause nobody wants to deal with tie rods when there’s Netflix waiting.

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ive got a 2012 Corolla and I changed mine at around 100k miles just to be safe. Its kinda a hassle but better than worrying about steering issues.

I remember driving in the snow last winter and it was all over the place. Never a dull moment in Canada. Now I check them more often.

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I’ve had my Corolla for about seven years and never replaced the outer tie rods. I guess they just last as long as you keep the alignment good.

I remember my buddy had issues in winter in Montreal with his tie rods. Ended up costing him a bit but he didn’t care because he loved the car.

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I ve never changed my tie rods and I’m in Toronto my Corolla still rolls fine after five years

But I guess if you feel some wiggle in the steering or hear funny noises getting them checked might not be a bad idea just saying

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I have a 2015 Corolla and I replaced my outer tie rods at about 80k miles. They started making noise and I knew it was time to check them. I ve heard some folks do it every 50k but I guess it depends on driving style. Just keep an ear out for any clinking sounds while driving.

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I ve had my Corolla for about 5 years and never really thought about the tie rods until I started feeling some weird vibrations driving through Toronto. Now I check them more often than my coffee.

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ive had my Corolla for about six years and never had to touch the tie rods. thinking back to when I was in Ohio the roads were brutal. The shop said every 50k miles might be a good rule but seems overkill unless you hear some weird noises.

Doesnt hurt to check every now and then.

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I’ve changed my outer tie rods twice in five years living in Michigan where the roads are awful. Felt great afterwards. Just keep an eye out.

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I ve had my Corolla for years and replaced the tie rods at 100k miles. Just felt it was time with the potholes here in Michigan. They make a weird noise when going bad so watch for that. Good luck with yours.

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ive had to replace mine on my Corolla in Toronto after about 80k miles the steering felt wonky before that though what a hassle it was but overall not too bad could have been worse I guess just keep an eye on it

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ive had my corolla for a few years here in Michigan and I ve replaced the outer tie rods twice already its wild how potholes can mess things up I think keeping an eye on them every couple of years is good especially if you notice any weird steering I guess its all about how you drive too honestly

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I’ve replaced mine at about 100k miles and it made a noticeable difference in handling up here in Toronto maybe every 70k is a safe bet though for most drivers.

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I’ve had my Corolla for years and never replaced the tie rods yet I do notice some play when driving lately

might just be the roads around here in Ohio though who knows

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I remember when I had to change my outer tie rods on my Corolla in Toronto my mechanic said every 60k miles but honestly I waited longer.

I’ve heard mixed things about it some folks say do it sooner if you drive a lot in rough conditions. Just keep an eye on it.

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I ve had my Corolla for years now and never thought about tie rods till my mechanic mentioned them. I think it’s good to check em every 50k miles or so.

I got mine replaced after feeling weird vibrations and no fun at all. Just trying to keep the ride smooth in Chicago snowy roads.

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Lately I’ve noticed my Corolla’s steering feels a bit loose guess that means it’s time to check the tie rods. I replaced mine after 100k miles when I lived in Ohio and it made a huge difference.

Heard some folks say do it every 50k for peace of mind which sounds a bit much to me but if you’re hitting potholes like in Toronto I guess it might be smart. Just keep an ear out for any weird noises