MOOG 96-02 Toyota 4Runner Front Left Outer / Left Outer Tie Rod End

If you're working on the steering on your 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner, this Moog front left outer tie rod end is a solid part to consider. It connects your steering linkage to the steering knuckle, and when it wears out, you'll notice looseness in the steering wheel and uneven tire wear. Moog builds these with a problem-solver gusher bearing, which is a metal-to-metal design that lets grease flow through the bearing surface. This helps reduce friction and wear, leading to a longer life for the part.

The patented pressed-in cover plate on this tie rod end helps keep dirt and debris out, while also minimizing looseness as the bearing wears. The ball stud itself is heat-treated to meet or exceed original equipment requirements, which helps prevent premature failure. Moog also includes a Belleville preload washer that keeps the bearing package tight as the bearings naturally wear over time. Because the socket is greaseable, you can flush out contaminants with fresh lubricant, further reducing corrosion and wear.

Moog designs these with precision tolerances, which helps ensure an easy installation and makes steering alignment straightforward, giving you a perfect fit right out of the box. This part is designed to restore that like-new steering feel to your 4Runner.