Delphi TA1237 Steering Tie Rod End - Left Outer

Delphi TA1237 Left Outer Tie Rod End

Delphi TA1237 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end built for left outer applications on select Volkswagen models. It combines a steel housing, coated finish, pre-greased construction, and a dust boot to support precise steering response in everyday driving.

Compatible with Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Corrado applications, this Delphi tie rod end is engineered with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis for proper fit and consistent steering geometry.

Key Features

• Part number: TA1237
• Left outer steering tie rod end
• Steel housing and steel tie rod material
• Pre-greased with dust boot included
• Coated black finish for added surface protection
• Non-adjustable, non-greaseable design
• Bent style with threaded stud construction
• Mounting hardware included
• End 2 female thread, 14.0 mm x 1.5 pitch
• End 1 thread diameter: 12.0 mm

Detailed Description

Delphi TA1237 is built for steering systems that require a direct-fit left outer tie rod end. The bent design, threaded stud, and OE-style dimensions help maintain correct steering linkage alignment on Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Corrado models. Delphi subjects its steering components to extreme temperature and salt-spray testing, and uses dimensional and material analysis to match OE requirements more closely. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3014R and Beck/Arnley 101-4099 for the same application.

Fits 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, Left Outer. Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, Left Outer. Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, Left Outer. Fits 1985-1998 Volkswagen Golf, Left Outer. Fits 1985-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, Left Outer. Fits 1992-1997 Volkswagen Passat, Left Outer. Fits 1990-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, Left Outer.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel at the front suspension
• Uneven toe settings caused by worn steering linkage
• Clunking or play from a worn outer tie rod end
• Steering wheel wander during straight-line driving
• Restoration of proper steering response after component wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify left outer position, thread direction, and thread diameter before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore steering geometry. Confirm vehicle-specific notes such as the 1999 Golf 2.91-inch center-of-stud-to-stem-end measurement and the 1999 Jetta VIN break before ordering. The part is pre-greased and does not use a grease fitting.

Quality Assurance

Delphi applies OE-focused testing to its steering portfolio, including exposure to temperatures below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, plus 720 hours of salt-spray testing. The TA1237 is built as a standard replacement part with OE-style compatibility checks for select Volkswagen steering applications.