Delphi TA2185 Steering Tie Rod End - Left Inner

Delphi TA2185 Left Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2185 is a steering tie rod end built as a standard replacement for the left inner position. It combines a straight steel tie rod design with a coated finish, greaseable serviceability, and a dust boot to help protect the joint in demanding steering applications.

Compatible With select Ford F-150, Expedition, F-250, F-150 Heritage, and Lincoln Navigator applications, this Delphi tie rod end is engineered with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis for proper fit and steering response. Delphi TA2185 is a practical choice when replacing worn steering linkage components on the front end.

Key Features

• Steering tie rod end for the left inner position
• Straight design with high strength steel housing
• Greaseable construction with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included to help protect internal components
• Coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• Male threaded ends with 1.5 thread pitch
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2185 is engineered for steering systems that require a left inner tie rod end with OE-style dimensional accuracy. The part uses a steel tie rod, high strength steel housing, and a chloroprene rubber dust boot to support durability in everyday driving conditions. Delphi subjects its steering components to extreme temperature and salt-spray testing, along with dimensional and material analysis, to help maintain consistent fit and performance across aftermarket replacement use.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3369T and Mevotech Supreme MES3369T for the same application. It is a direct-fit option for 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 2001 Lincoln Navigator, 1997-1999 Ford F-250, and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, all in the left inner position. Delphi TA2185 is also listed among related OE and aftermarket interchange references for this steering application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Loose or imprecise steering feel from a worn inner tie rod end
• Steering play caused by joint wear in the linkage
• Clunking or knocking from the front steering system
• Uneven steering response during lane changes or turns
• Corrosion-related wear on exposed steering components

Installation Notes and Tips

Install Delphi TA2185 on the left inner steering position only. Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and overall dimensions against the removed part before installation. After replacement, inspect the steering linkage, alignment settings, and adjacent components to confirm proper operation. Because this is a greaseable tie rod end, service the fitting according to your maintenance schedule.

Quality Assurance

Delphi applies OE-focused engineering and validation to its aftermarket steering portfolio, including temperature cycling and salt-spray exposure testing. The brand also uses dimensional and material analysis to support fit consistency between OE and replacement parts.