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Delphi TA5046 Steering Tie Rod End - At Pitman Arm
| Brand | Delphi TA5046 |
|---|---|
| Position | At Pitman Arm |
| Adjustable | No |
| Bearing Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Cone Outside Diameter | 18.8 |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| End 1 Gender | Male |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 0.551 |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 14.0 |
| End 1 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 2 Gender | Male |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 1.0 |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 25.4 |
| End 2 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 2 Threads Per Inch | 16 |
| Friction Material Thickness | Coated |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Greaseable | No |
| Height | 111.9 |
| Housing Material | Steel |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 206.0 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 7.264 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 184.5 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Tie Rod Material | Steel |
| Tube Diameter | 1.0 |
| Tube Diameter | 25.4 |
| Type | Bent |
| Weight | 2.79 |
| Width | 51.0 |
| Fits | Ram · 5 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.
Coated steel construction. Built with a dust boot for added protection and durability.
Pre-greased design. Includes mounting hardware for a more complete install.
Cross-references 68036940AD and ES800779 for the same application. See all 2.
Delphi TA5046 Steering Tie Rod End
Delphi TA5046 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end built for the pitman arm position on select Ram heavy-duty trucks. It combines OE-focused dimensional control with a pre-greased, sealed design to support consistent steering response in demanding service.
Key Features
- Fits 2012-2013 Ram 2500, at pitman arm
- Fits 2011-2013 Ram 3500, at pitman arm
- Pre-greased with dust boot included
- Coated steel housing and steel tie rod construction
- Male threaded ends with threaded stud design
- Mounting hardware included
- Standard replacement part number TA5046
Product Details
Delphi applies OE engineering practices to its aftermarket steering portfolio, using dimensional and material analysis to help maintain proper fit and function. The TA5046 steering tie rod end is built with a bent profile, steel housing, and chloroprene rubber dust boot, and it is sealed and pre-greased for service-ready installation. It is not adjustable and does not require a grease fitting, making it a straightforward replacement for the pitman arm steering connection on Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Common Steering Issues This Part May Address
- Excessive steering play at the pitman arm connection
- Clunking or looseness during steering input
- Uneven steering feel caused by worn tie rod end components
- Boot damage that can expose steering joints to contamination
- Wear-related steering linkage instability on Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the vehicle position before ordering: this part fits the pitman arm location only. Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and overall dimensions against the original component before installation. After replacement, inspect the steering linkage and perform a professional alignment if steering geometry has been disturbed.
Quality Assurance
Delphi subjects steering components to extreme temperature and salt-spray testing and uses OE-level dimensional and material analysis to support fit consistency and durability in aftermarket service.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Ram | 2500 | At Pitman Arm | — |
| 2013 | Ram | 3500 | At Pitman Arm | — |
| 2012 | Ram | 2500 | At Pitman Arm | — |
| 2012 | Ram | 3500 | At Pitman Arm | — |
| 2011 | Ram | 3500 | At Pitman Arm | — |
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