{"product_id":"delphi-ta1862-steering-tie-rod-end","title":"Delphi TA1862 Steering Tie Rod End - Left Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi TA1862 is a front left outer steering tie rod end built as a standard replacement for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It combines OE-based dimensional analysis with tested materials to support precise steering response and consistent alignment geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, 2002-2005 Hyundai XG350, 2001-2004 Kia Magentis, 2001-2004 Kia Optima, 2001 Hyundai XG300, 2004-2005 Kia Amanti, 2005-2006 Kia Magentis, 2005-2006 Kia Optima, and 2006 Kia Amanti, front left outer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelphi TA1862 steering tie rod end for front left outer placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design with no grease fitting required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from road contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoated steel housing and steel tie rod construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBent style with threaded stud and clockwise thread direction at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement part for OE-style steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tie rod end is engineered for vehicles that need restored steering precision at the outer tie rod connection. Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to improve part-to-part compatibility, and the component is tested across extreme temperature ranges and extended salt-spray exposure to verify durability in demanding conditions. If you are servicing a Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, or Kia Magentis front suspension, TA1862 provides a direct replacement path for the left outer steering linkage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or wandering steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven front tire wear caused by worn steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or play at the outer tie rod joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wheel off-center after front-end service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed inspection due to steering component wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify left outer fitment by year, model, and production date before installation. TA1862 uses a pre-greased, non-greaseable design, so no service fitting is provided. After installation on a Hyundai Sonata or Kia Optima application, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore toe settings and steering wheel position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi builds this steering tie rod end using OE-based engineering practices and durability testing that includes sub-zero and high-temperature exposure, along with extended corrosion testing. Part number TA1862 is cross-referenced to Mevotech Supreme MES3630 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delphi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43388713828533,"sku":"BBMX-TA1862","price":33.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DE_TA1862_Ang.jpg?v=1774723829","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/delphi-ta1862-steering-tie-rod-end","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}