Delphi TA5111 Steering Tie Rod Assembly - Left

Delphi TA5111 Left Steering Tie Rod Assembly

The Delphi TA5111 is a left steering tie rod assembly built as a standard replacement for select Audi steering systems. It uses carbon steel construction, a straight adjustable design, and OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to support proper steering geometry on compatible Audi A6, A6 Quattro, S6, 100, and 100 Quattro applications.

Key Features

• Part number: TA5111
• Left-side steering tie rod assembly
• Straight, adjustable design
• Carbon steel construction with black finish
• Standard replacement grade
• Male end 1 configuration
• No grease fitting included
• Built using OE-based dimensional and material analysis
• Tested for temperature extremes below -40 C and above 120 C
• Exposed to 720 hours of salt spray testing

Detailed Description

Delphi TA5111 is engineered for the left side of the steering system and is compatible with 1992-1994 Audi 100, 1992-1994 Audi 100 Quattro, 1995-1998 Audi A6, 1995-1998 Audi A6 Quattro, and 1995-1997 Audi S6. This steering tie rod assembly is a straight, adjustable carbon steel component that supports accurate toe setting and steering response on the vehicle’s front suspension geometry. Delphi applies OE-based testing and material analysis to help ensure fit and function align with the original application. This part cross-references ES3682A for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or imprecise steering feel
• Uneven front tire wear caused by incorrect toe settings
• Steering pull related to worn tie rod components
• Clunking or play in the steering linkage
• Alignment issues after steering component wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Install TA5111 on the left side only and verify the vehicle is one of the listed Audi applications before replacement. Because this is an adjustable steering tie rod assembly, a professional wheel alignment is required after installation to set toe correctly. Inspect related steering and suspension components for wear before completing the repair, especially on Audi A6 and Audi A6 Quattro models where linkage wear can affect alignment stability.

Quality Assurance

Delphi validates this steering component through OE-focused testing that includes extreme temperature exposure and extended salt spray resistance. The brand also uses dimensional and material analysis to support OE-style compatibility for the listed Audi fitments, including Audi 100, Audi 100 Quattro, Audi S6, Audi A6, and Audi A6 Quattro. Part number TA5111 is built as a standard replacement steering tie rod assembly for dependable service in the specified application.