Delphi TA2206 Steering Tie Rod End - Right Outer

Delphi TA2206 Right Outer Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2206 is a straight steering tie rod end built for the right outer position. It uses a high-strength steel housing, steel bearing material, and a coated finish, with a pre-greased design, grease fitting, dust boot, and mounting hardware included.

Engineered from Delphi OE safety and dimensional expertise, this steering tie rod end is built for precise fitment and dependable steering response. It is a direct replacement choice for vehicles that call for a right outer tie rod end, including applications such as Ford Mustang and Ford Thunderbird.

Key Features

• Part number: TA2206
• Steering tie rod end for the right outer position
• Straight design with male/male ends
• High-strength steel housing and steel bearing material
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included for added joint protection
• Coated gray finish for corrosion resistance
• Mounting hardware included
• Non-adjustable, standard replacement construction

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2206 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end designed to restore steering linkage integrity at the right outer location. The component measures 172.5 in length, with a 138.0 length from stud center to end, and uses clockwise thread direction on both ends. End 1 features a 1.125 thread diameter with 12 threads per inch, while End 2 uses a 0.875 thread diameter with 14 threads per inch.

This tie rod end is built with a chloroprene rubber dust boot, greaseable construction, and a threaded stud type for secure connection. Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper replacement fit and consistent steering performance. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES323R for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel at the front end
• Excessive play in the steering linkage
• Clunking or knocking from a worn outer tie rod end
• Uneven tire wear caused by steering geometry wear
• Steering pull or wandering linked to worn suspension steering components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify right outer application, thread direction, and thread diameters before installation. After replacement, inspect the steering linkage, check alignment settings, and confirm the dust boot seats correctly. This part is commonly searched as a right outer tie rod end for Ford Mustang and Ford Thunderbird steering repair, and TA2206 should be matched to the vehicle’s original specifications before service.

Quality Assurance

Delphi tests steering components under extreme temperature and corrosion conditions, including sub-zero and high-heat exposure plus extended salt-spray testing. That validation supports OE-style durability for aftermarket steering service on applications such as Ford Mustang and Ford Thunderbird.