Delphi TA5184 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA5184 Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5184 is a straight inner steering tie rod end built for OE-style replacement on select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications. It combines a high-strength steel housing, steel tie rod construction, and pre-greased assembly details to support precise steering response and consistent fitment.

Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, inner, and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, inner, this Delphi steering tie rod end is engineered for direct replacement service. The TA5184 part number is a practical match for drivers and repair shops looking for an inner tie rod end with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis.

Key Features

• Inner steering tie rod end for select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models
• Straight design with adjustable construction
• High-strength steel housing and steel tie rod material
• Pre-greased for initial service readiness
• Coated black finish for added corrosion resistance
• Mounting hardware included
• Male end configuration with clockwise thread direction on both ends
• Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

Delphi TA5184 is engineered as an inner steering tie rod end for 2002-2005 Ford Explorer and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer vehicles. Delphi applies OE-based dimensional and material analysis to help ensure the replacement part matches the original steering geometry and installation requirements. The design uses a high-strength steel housing, steel tie rod material, and polyoxymethylene bearing material to support durable steering operation.

This part number, TA5184, is built with a straight, adjustable layout and pre-greased construction. It features male ends, clockwise thread direction on both ends, and a 14.0 mm thread diameter on the end 2 side with a 16.0 mm thread diameter on the end 1 side. For repair work on the steering linkage, TA5184 provides a direct-fit inner tie rod end solution for Explorer and Mountaineer applications.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV422 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel from worn inner tie rod components
• Steering play caused by excessive linkage wear
• Uneven front-end response during lane changes or turns
• Noisy or unstable steering behavior from degraded steering joints
• Replacement needs after inspection reveals inner tie rod wear on Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and inner steering position before installation. Inspect related steering components, alignment settings, and adjacent linkage parts for wear before replacing the tie rod end. Because this is an adjustable steering component, final alignment should be checked after installation to restore proper steering geometry.

TA5184 includes mounting hardware and arrives pre-greased, which supports installation preparation. Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and overall length against the removed part to ensure correct replacement on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Delphi builds its aftermarket steering parts using OE-focused engineering and extensive testing. This tie rod end is evaluated across extreme temperature ranges and salt-spray exposure to support durability in demanding service conditions. Delphi’s OE experience and dimensional analysis help maintain consistency between original equipment requirements and aftermarket replacement fitment.