Delphi TA2557 Steering Tie Rod End - Right Outer
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Delphi TA2557 Steering Tie Rod End - Right Outer

Brand Delphi TA2557
Position Right Outer
Adjustable No
Bearing Material Plastic
Color Gray
Cone Outside Diameter 15.5
Dust Boot Included Yes
Dust Boot Material Choloroprene Rubber (CR)
End 1 Gender Male
End 1 Thread Diameter 0.394
End 1 Thread Diameter 10.0
End 1 Thread Direction Clockwise
End 1 Thread Pitch 1.25
End 2 Gender Female
End 2 Thread Diameter 0.63
End 2 Thread Diameter 16.0
End 2 Thread Direction Clockwise
End 2 Thread Pitch 1.5
Friction Material Thickness Coated
Height 82.5
Housing Material Steel
Item Grade Standard Replacement
Length Stud Center to End 3.622
Length Stud Center to End 92.0
Mounting Hardware Included Yes
Position(s) Front Right Outer, Right Outer. For the position specific to your vehicle, refer to the Application tab.
Pre-Greased Yes
Stud Type Threaded
Tie Rod Material Steel
Tube Diameter 0.866
Tube Diameter 22.0
Type Bent
Weight 0.94
Width 37.0
Fits Mercury and Ford · 12 vehicles

Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.

Coated steel construction. Built with a steel housing and tie rod for added durability.

Pre-greased design. Includes a dust boot and mounting hardware for easier service.

Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MES3471, MOOG Chassis Products ES3471 and TRW JTE1240 for the same application. See all 6.

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OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2557 is a front right outer steering tie rod end built for precise steering response and OE-style fit. It is a direct replacement for select Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Mystique applications, with construction details focused on durability, corrosion resistance, and consistent alignment performance.

Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to its aftermarket steering parts, and this tie rod end is tested for extreme temperature and salt-spray exposure to help maintain performance in demanding conditions.

Key Features

  • Delphi TA2557 steering tie rod end for front right outer steering positions
  • Fits 1997-2000 Ford Contour, right outer
  • Fits 1997-2000 Mercury Mystique, right outer
  • Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, right outer
  • Pre-greased design with dust boot included
  • Steel housing and steel tie rod construction with coated finish
  • Threaded stud design with clockwise thread direction on both ends
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Standard replacement part with bent design

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2557 is engineered as a steering tie rod end for the front right outer position, helping restore steering linkage integrity on the Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Mystique. The gray, coated steel housing is paired with a pre-greased design and a chloroprene rubber dust boot to help protect internal components from contamination and wear. Delphi’s OE-focused testing includes exposure to extreme cold, high heat, and extended salt spray, supporting dependable service in harsh driving environments. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3471 and TRW JTE1240 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Loose or vague steering feel at the front right outer linkage
  • Clunking or play caused by a worn tie rod end
  • Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
  • Steering pull or wandering from degraded front-end components
  • Corrosion-related failure in exposed steering hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Install Delphi TA2557 on the front right outer steering position only. Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and overall dimensions against the original part before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore correct steering geometry and tire wear characteristics. For vehicle-specific confirmation, refer to the application details for your Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, or Mercury Mystique.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-based dimensional and material analysis for aftermarket steering components and subjects parts to temperature and corrosion testing to support consistent performance. Part number TA2557 is built as a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the listed applications.

Related reading

This part fits 12 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002MercuryCougarRight Outer—
2001MercuryCougarRight Outer—
2000FordContourRight Outer—
2000MercuryCougarRight Outer—
2000MercuryMystiqueRight Outer—
1999FordContourRight Outer—
1999MercuryCougarRight Outer—
1999MercuryMystiqueRight Outer—
1998FordContourRight Outer—
1998MercuryMystiqueRight Outer—
1997FordContourRight Outer—
1997MercuryMystiqueRight Outer—
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Mevotech Supreme — MES3471MOOG Chassis Products — ES3471TRW — JTE1240F7RZ 3A130-BBMEOE104T3471