Delphi TA2559 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner
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Delphi TA2559 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Brand Delphi TA2559
Position Inner
Adjustable No
Bearing Material Plastic
Color Black and Gray
Dust Boot Included No
End 1 Gender Male
End 1 Thread Diameter 14.0
End 1 Thread Direction Clockwise
End 1 Thread Pitch 1.5
End 2 Gender Male
End 2 Thread Diameter 16.0
End 2 Thread Direction Clockwise
End 2 Thread Pitch 1.5
Friction Material Thickness Coated
Grade Standard
Grade Type Standard
Grease Fitting Included No
Greaseable No
Height 357.5
Housing Material High Strength Steel
Item Grade Standard Replacement
Length 357.5
Length Stud Center to End 319.0
Mounting Hardware Included Yes
Position(s) Front Inner, Inner. For the position specific to your vehicle, refer to the Application tab.
Pre-Greased No
Stud Type Threaded
Tie Rod Material Steel
Tube Diameter 0.709
Tube Diameter 18.0
Type Straight
Weight 1.68
Width 36.0
Fits Mercury and Ford · 16 vehicles

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

Coated finish. Helps resist corrosion through extreme temperature and salt-spray testing.

Steel construction. High-strength steel housing and steel tie rod for dependable steering support.

Cross-references Dorman - Premium IS320PR, Mevotech Supreme MEV320 and MOOG Chassis Products EV320 for the same application. See all 5.

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Delphi TA2559 Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2559 is a straight steering tie rod end built for front inner steering applications on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It combines high-strength steel construction with coated corrosion protection and OE-focused dimensional analysis for accurate replacement fitment.

Key Features

  • Part number TA2559 for front inner steering service
  • Straight tie rod end design
  • High-strength steel housing and steel tie rod material
  • Coated finish with black and gray appearance
  • Standard replacement grade
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Male-to-male end configuration
  • Clockwise thread direction on both ends

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2559 is engineered as a standard replacement steering tie rod end for vehicles that require a front inner, inner position component. Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper interface with the steering system, while the part is tested across extreme temperature ranges and salt-spray exposure to verify durability in demanding conditions. This makes TA2559 a practical choice for restoring steering linkage integrity on applications such as the Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Mystique. If you are sourcing a Delphi TA2559 tie rod end for a Ford Contour inner steering repair or a Mercury Mystique front inner replacement, this part is built to match the listed application details.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV320 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Loose or imprecise steering feel
  • Excessive play in the inner steering linkage
  • Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
  • Clunking or knocking from the front steering system
  • Restoring correct toe control after tie rod wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before installation. This Delphi TA2559 tie rod end is listed for front inner use and is not adjustable, so alignment should be checked after steering service. The part is not pre-greased, does not include a grease fitting, and does not include a dust boot. Mounting hardware is included. Confirm thread diameter, pitch, and direction against the removed component before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-oriented testing and material validation for its steering portfolio, including exposure to temperatures below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, plus 720 hours of salt spray testing. That validation supports consistent performance for replacement steering service on the listed Ford and Mercury applications.

  • Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, Inner, with 14in Wheels
  • Fits 1996-2000 Ford Contour, Inner, with 14in Wheels
  • Fits 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, Inner, with 14in Wheels
  • Fits 1995 Ford Contour, Inner, 1st Design

Related reading

This part fits 16 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002MercuryCougarInnerwith 14in Wheels
2001MercuryCougarInnerwith 14in Wheels
2000FordContourInnerwith 14in Wheels
2000MercuryCougarInnerwith 14in Wheels
2000MercuryMystiqueInnerwith 14in Wheels
1999FordContourInnerwith 14in Wheels
1999MercuryCougarInnerwith 14in Wheels
1999MercuryMystiqueInnerwith 14in Wheels
1998FordContourInnerwith 14in Wheels
1998MercuryMystiqueInnerwith 14in Wheels
1997FordContourInnerwith 14in Wheels
1997MercuryMystiqueInnerwith 14in Wheels
1996FordContourInnerwith 14in Wheels
1996MercuryMystiqueInnerwith 14in Wheels
1995FordContourInner1st Design
1995MercuryMystiqueInnerwith 14in Wheels
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Dorman - Premium — IS320PRMevotech Supreme — MEV320MOOG Chassis Products — EV320F5RZ 3280-BIS320