1996 Mazda 626 tie rod end or control arm bushings?

1996 MAZDA 626
173,600 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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RUFIO651
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i have a 96 mazda 626 dx and when i bought the car the kid told me that the tie rod end was no good in it. now this is on the left front of the car also when i bought it the tire on that side was bald. when i get in the car the suspension makes a small squeak this same noise happens when i hit a bump on the road. also the car pulls to the left side when im driving it and when i turn the wheel i hear the same noise. now my question is. is it the tie rod end i should replace or the control arm bushings? and also is it safe to drive like this or should i take it off the road untill i repair it?
May 27, 2008 at 9:43 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

the symptoms are consistent with both a faulty tie rod end and a suspension bush issue, I would be doing the Tie rod end ASAP you don't want a steering failure while driving. Do that ASAP.I would also be checking the lower ball joint & checking components on both sides as well.

Mark (mhpautos)
May 28, 2008 at 12:46 AM