Delphi TA2297PX Steering Tie Rod End - Left Outer
| Brand | Delphi TA2297PX |
|---|---|
| Position | Left Outer |
| Length | 189.00 |
| Color | Black |
| Shank Length | 0.697 |
| Shank Length | 17.70 |
| End 1 Gender | Male |
| Stud Length | 0.697 |
| Stud Length | 17.70 |
| Finish | E-coated |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Castle Nut Included | Yes |
| Grease Fitting Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Width | 45 |
| Type | Straight |
| Cotter Pin Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Height | 96.00 |
| Grade Type | Improved design |
| Housing Material | Steel |
| Adjustable | No |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Boot Color | Blue |
| Weight | 1.7 |
| Cone Outside Diameter | 0.697 |
| Bearing Material | Plastic |
| End 1 Thread Direction | Clockwise (right) |
| End 2 Thread Direction | Counterclockwise (left) |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Length Stud Center to End | 167.00 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 6.575 |
| Product line | Professional+ |
| Fits | Ford and Lincoln · 23 vehicles |
Professional+ line. Built for demanding chassis service with serviceable components.
Greaseable design. Includes a grease fitting and pre-greased construction for maintenance.
Corrosion-resistant finish. E-coated steel construction helps withstand harsh road and weather exposure.
Cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions T3366RD, Mevotech Original Grade GES3366T and Mevotech Supreme MES3366T for the same application. See all 7.
Delphi Professional+ Steering Tie Rod End
The Delphi Professional+ steering tie rod end, part number TA2297PX, is built for fleet and working vehicles that need stable steering response and long service life. It is a direct-fit chassis component for compatible Ford and Lincoln applications, including Ford F-150 and Expedition models.
Key Features
- Professional+ line engineered for demanding service conditions.
- Steel tie rod construction with an e-coated finish for added corrosion resistance.
- Pre-greased design with a grease fitting for serviceable maintenance.
- Includes a dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware.
- Straight, non-adjustable design with threaded stud construction.
- Improved design with a grease relief valve noted in fitment data.
Detailed Description
Delphi TA2297PX is a left outer steering tie rod end designed for compatible Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Ford F-150 Heritage, Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Blackwood, and Ford F-250 applications. The Professional+ line focuses on reducing axial deflection under load, which helps maintain alignment and steering feel while supporting longer suspension life. Its steel housing and tie rod material, chloroprene rubber dust boot, and greaseable service design are suited to harsh road and weather exposure.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3366T and Mevotech Supreme MES3366T for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or wandering steering response
- Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
- Alignment instability after chassis component wear
- Noise or play from a worn outer tie rod end
- Service downtime from a non-serviceable steering joint
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 1997-2003 Ford F-150, left outer; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, left outer; 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, left outer; 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, left outer; 2002 Lincoln Blackwood, left outer; and 1997-1999 Ford F-250, left outer. Verify alignment after installation and confirm the steering linkage is set to the correct side and position before service.
Quality Assurance
Delphi Professional+ chassis parts are built for fleet and working-vehicle use, with premium materials and serviceable components that can be regreased to support longer part life and reduced downtime.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2002 | Ford | Expedition | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2002 | Lincoln | Blackwood | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2002 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2001 | Ford | Expedition | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2001 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2000 | Ford | Expedition | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 2000 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1999 | Ford | Expedition | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1999 | Ford | F-250 | RWD | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1999 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1998 | Ford | Expedition | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1998 | Ford | F-250 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1998 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1997 | Ford | Expedition | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | — | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
| 1997 | Ford | F-250 | RWD | Left Outer | Improved boot design with grease relief valve; Professional+ |
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