Delphi TA5093 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA5093 Inner Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5093 is an inner steering tie rod end built for OE-style replacement on select vehicles, including 1987-1989 Mercury Tracer inner steering applications. It uses a straight, steel construction with a coated black finish and comes pre-greased for service-ready installation.

Key Features

• Part number: TA5093
• Inner steering tie rod end for steering linkage service
• Straight design with steel housing and steel tie rod material
• Pre-greased, with mounting hardware included
• Black coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• Male/male end configuration
• Standard replacement grade
• Compatible with 1987-1989 Mercury Tracer, inner

Detailed Description

Delphi TA5093 is engineered as a standard replacement inner tie rod end for steering systems that require precise linkage movement and OE-style dimensional compatibility. Delphi applies its aftermarket steering expertise to this part, using dimensional and material analysis to match the original application as closely as possible. The component features a 12.0 mm end 1 thread diameter with 1.25 pitch and a 17.0 mm end 2 thread diameter with 1.0 pitch, along with clockwise thread direction at both ends. The 330.0 mm length and straight profile support proper steering geometry in the intended Mercury Tracer inner application. This part cross-references Dorman Premium IS254PR for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive steering play from a worn inner tie rod end
• Loose or imprecise steering response
• Uneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear
• Clunking or knocking from the steering system
• Restoring proper toe control after steering component wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, thread pitch, and overall length before installation to confirm the correct steering linkage match. This inner tie rod end is pre-greased and does not include a grease fitting or dust boot. Mounting hardware is included. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.

Quality Assurance

Delphi subjects its steering components to extreme temperature and corrosion testing, including exposure below -40 degrees C, above 120 degrees C, and extended salt spray testing. These validation steps support OE-level performance expectations for the Delphi TA5093 in the intended Mercury Tracer inner steering application.