Q: Misalignment
my truck had problems with the steering components because i hit a crater. i brought it up to the shop to see the problem and was told that my tie rods were siezed so relying on my warranty to cover it they wouldnt want to. with rage for 6 months now i decided to do it myself. onced finished i noticed my tie rods were tightened all the way but still have a problem with toe out
My car has an automatic transmission.
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