How many tie rods are on a Toyota Tacoma?
How does the tie rod work? There are at least two inner tie rods per vehicle. When the steering wheel is turned, the inner tie rods will pivot to allow the wheel to move, and either push or pull the wheel to steer the vehicle. via
Do I need to replace inner tie rods?
While it may not be absolutely necessary to replace both tie rods at the same time, many mechanics may recommend a varying combination of replacement parts. If you are changing an inner tie-rod, and the outer tie-rod is an original part, it is recommended to change both. via
How do you know if you need inner tie rods? (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brI2feYiEi8