{"product_id":"delphi-ta3609-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Delphi TA3609 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Inner Tie Rod End for Mercedes-Benz\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi TA3609 is a front inner steering tie rod end built for select Mercedes-Benz models, including SL500, SL600, SL320, E420, E500, 400E, 500E, 500SL, and 600SL. It is a standard replacement part with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis for accurate steering linkage service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront inner steering tie rod end for Mercedes-Benz applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number TA3609\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight design with male ends and threaded stud type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing and steel tie rod material with painted finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack chloroprene rubber dust boot and black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-adjustable, non-greaseable standard replacement design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Mevotech Original Grade GES3316 and Mevotech Supreme MES3316 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi TA3609 is engineered as a front inner steering tie rod end for Mercedes-Benz SL and E-Class platform vehicles. It is built with a steel housing, steel tie rod material, and a painted black finish, along with a chloroprene rubber dust boot and pre-greased construction for service-ready installation. Delphi applies OE-based dimensional and material analysis to help maintain proper fit and steering linkage geometry across the listed Mercedes-Benz fitments. This part number TA3609 is a direct replacement choice for drivers servicing Mercedes-Benz SL500, SL600, SL320, E420, E500, 400E, 500E, 500SL, and 600SL front inner steering components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or vague steering feel from worn inner tie rod components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by steering wear at the inner tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn steering joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of steering response during front-end service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1994-2002 Mercedes-Benz SL500, front inner. Fits 1994-2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600, front inner. Fits 1994-1997 Mercedes-Benz SL320, front inner. Fits 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz E420, front inner. Fits 1994 Mercedes-Benz E500, front inner. Fits 1990-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, front inner. Fits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E, front inner. Fits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E, front inner. Fits 1990-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL, front inner. Fits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SL, front inner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify thread direction, center-to-end length, and steering linkage condition before installation. Because this is a front inner tie rod end, alignment inspection is recommended after replacement to confirm proper steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi subjects steering components to OE-style validation, including temperature exposure below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, plus 720 hours of salt spray testing. The brand also uses dimensional and material analysis to support fit consistency between OE and aftermarket steering parts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delphi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52435689373877,"sku":"BBMX-TA3609","price":31.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DE_TA3609_FRO.jpg?v=1777861206","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/delphi-ta3609-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}