Delphi TA2023 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA2023 Inner Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2023 is a straight inner steering tie rod end built for OE-style steering service on select Mazda, Ford, and Mercury applications. It uses a high-strength steel housing, steel tie rod material, and a coated finish to support durable steering linkage performance in demanding road conditions.

Compatible With 1990-1995 Mazda 323, inner; 1990-1994 Mazda Protege, inner; 1991-1993 Ford Escort, inner; and 1991-1993 Mercury Tracer, inner. Delphi applies dimensional and material analysis to help match OE and aftermarket requirements for proper steering fitment.

Key Features

• Part number TA2023 inner steering tie rod end
• Straight design with male end connections
• High-strength steel housing with steel tie rod material
• Coated finish for added surface protection
• Standard replacement grade for steering repair work
• Clockwise thread direction on both ends
• No grease fitting and no dust boot included
• Compatible with Mazda 323, Mazda Protege, Ford Escort, and Mercury Tracer inner steering applications

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2023 is an inner tie rod end for steering systems that require a straight, standard replacement component. It features a 16.0 mm thread diameter on end 1, a 12.0 mm thread diameter on end 2, and a 1.0 mm pitch on end 1 with a 1.25 mm pitch on end 2. The black and gray coated finish, plastic bearing material, and high-strength steel construction are selected for everyday steering service.

Delphi tests steering components across extreme temperature ranges and extended salt-spray exposure to evaluate durability under harsh conditions. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MEV266 and MOOG EV266 for the same application. If you are replacing worn steering linkage on a 1990-1995 Mazda 323 or a 1991-1993 Ford Escort, TA2023 provides a direct-fit inner steering solution.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel from a worn inner tie rod end
• Steering play caused by joint wear in the linkage
• Uneven front-end response during lane changes or turns
• Clunking or knocking from steering components with excess movement
• Restoration of proper steering geometry after tie rod wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify inner tie rod thread direction, thread diameter, and overall length before installation. This part is not adjustable, so alignment should be checked after steering component replacement. Confirm the vehicle application and position as inner before ordering, especially on Mazda 323, Mazda Protege, Ford Escort, and Mercury Tracer models.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-focused engineering, dimensional analysis, and material validation to support aftermarket steering fitment. The part is tested for temperature extremes below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with 720 hours of salt spray exposure, to evaluate performance in harsh operating conditions.