Delphi TA1672 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA1672 Front Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA1672 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the front inner position on select Ford Escort models. It is built with a steel housing and steel tie rod construction, a coated finish, and pre-greased internal components for direct service replacement.

Key Features

• Fits 1997-1998 Ford Escort, front inner
• Standard replacement steering tie rod end
• Steel housing and steel tie rod material
• Coated black finish for added surface protection
• Pre-greased design; grease fitting not included
• Adjustable straight design for steering linkage service
• Mounting hardware included
• Male-to-male end configuration

Detailed Description

Delphi TA1672 is engineered for steering linkage service on 1997-1998 Ford Escort applications that use a front inner tie rod end. Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper fit between the replacement part and the original steering system. The part number TA1672 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs for the same application, including Mevotech Supreme MEV265 and QuickSteer EV265.

This tie rod end uses a straight, adjustable design with 14.0 mm thread diameter at both ends, clockwise thread direction, and a 2.0 thread pitch at the outer end. The unit is pre-greased, does not include a grease fitting or dust boot, and uses a steel housing with Polyoxymethilen (POM) bearing material for steering service durability.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Excessive steering play or looseness at the front inner linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
• Clunking or knocking from the steering system
• Poor steering response or wandering on the road
• Failed inspection due to worn tie rod end condition

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, thread direction, and front inner position before installation. After replacement, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry and tire wear characteristics. Confirm fitment on 1997-1998 Ford Escort models before ordering, and compare the original part to Delphi TA1672 for dimensional match.

Quality Assurance

Delphi tests steering components across extreme temperature ranges below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, and subjects parts to extended salt spray exposure to evaluate corrosion resistance. Delphi also uses OE-based material and dimensional analysis to support consistent replacement quality for the Ford Escort front inner steering application.