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Delphi TA2186 Steering Tie Rod End - Right Inner
| Brand | Delphi TA2186 |
|---|---|
| Position | Right Inner |
| Adjustable | No |
| Bearing Material | Plastic |
| Color | Gray |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| End 1 Gender | Male |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 18.0 |
| End 1 Thread Direction | Counterclockwise |
| End 1 Thread Pitch | 1.5 |
| End 2 Gender | Male |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 14.0 |
| End 2 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 2 Thread Pitch | 1.5 |
| Friction Material Thickness | Coated |
| Grade | Standard |
| Grade Type | Standard |
| Grease Fitting Included | Yes |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Height | 82.0 |
| Housing Material | High Strength Steel |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 177.0 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Tie Rod Material | Steel |
| Type | Straight |
| Weight | 0.99 |
| Width | 44.0 |
| Fits | Ford and Lincoln · 22 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help match the original part.
Coated steel construction. Built with high-strength steel for durable steering performance.
Greaseable design. Includes a grease fitting and dust boot for easier service.
Cross-references Dorman - Premium TI85322XL, Mevotech Supreme MES3370T and MOOG Chassis Products ES3370T for the same application. See all 10.
OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End for Ford and Lincoln
Delphi TA2186 is a steering tie rod end built for the right inner position on select Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs. It combines OE-based dimensional analysis with materials and corrosion testing to support precise steering response and consistent fitment.
- Fits 1997-2003 Ford F-150, right inner
- Fits 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, right inner
- Fits 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, right inner
- Fits 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, right inner
- Fits 1997-1999 Ford F-250, right inner
- Straight tie rod end with male threaded ends
- High-strength steel housing with coated finish
- Greaseable design with grease fitting included
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint
- Mounting hardware included
Built for Steering Precision
Delphi TA2186 is engineered as a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the right inner steering position. The steel tie rod construction, plastic bearing material, and chloroprene rubber dust boot support durable operation, while the greaseable design allows routine lubrication service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3370T for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Loose or wandering steering feel
- Clunking or play in the inner steering linkage
- Uneven front-end response during turns
- Wear at the right inner tie rod connection
- Corrosion-related joint deterioration
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify right inner position fitment before installation. This Delphi TA2186 tie rod end uses 18.0 mm x 1.5 left-hand threads on end 1 and 14.0 mm x 1.5 right-hand threads on end 2, so thread direction and size should be matched carefully during service. After installation, a professional alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry on Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford F-250 applications.
Quality Assurance
Delphi applies OE-focused engineering and testing to its steering portfolio. This part is evaluated for temperature extremes below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, and it is exposed to 720 hours of salt spray to help verify corrosion resistance and durability. Delphi also uses dimensional and material analysis to support OE-to-aftermarket compatibility. Part number TA2186 is a standard replacement steering component for select Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2002 | Ford | Expedition | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2002 | Lincoln | Navigator | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2001 | Ford | Expedition | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2001 | Lincoln | Navigator | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2000 | Ford | Expedition | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 2000 | Lincoln | Navigator | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1999 | Ford | Expedition | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1999 | Ford | F-250 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1999 | Lincoln | Navigator | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1998 | Ford | Expedition | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1998 | Ford | F-250 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1998 | Lincoln | Navigator | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1997 | Ford | Expedition | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
| 1997 | Ford | F-250 | 4WD | Right Inner | — |
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