For the suspension setup for DC5 and EP3 has been changed from double wishbone to Mcpherson strut so when the car is extremely lowered, the front steering rods will become too short for toe adjustment to get ideal toe out setting. Further more, the entire steering rod will tilt upwards because of the ride height, this will cause stress and internal damage to the steering rack. The T1R steering rod end offers sufficent adjustment and increased steering feel. The unique design reverse type to eliminate stress and minimize chances of damaging the steering rack as much as possible. Can be also applied to: 01-05 Civic (All models) 02-06 RSX (Base model only)