Delphi TA5255 Steering Tie Rod End - Left Outer

OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5255 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the left outer position on select Cadillac CTS and Cadillac STS models. Built with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis, it is made to match the steering geometry and fitment requirements of the original part.

Fits 2008-2014 Cadillac CTS, left outer. Fits 2010-2011 Cadillac STS, left outer with Variable Effort Power Steering.

Key Features

• Delphi TA5255 steering tie rod end for left outer steering service
• High-strength steel housing with coated finish
• Pre-greased and greaseable design with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included with chloroprene rubber construction
• Male threaded ends with clockwise thread direction
• Bent style, standard replacement grade
• Mounting hardware included

Detailed Description

Delphi TA5255 is engineered as a steering tie rod end for the left outer position, serving 2008-2014 Cadillac CTS and 2010-2011 Cadillac STS applications. The part uses a high-strength steel housing, steel tie rod material, and a coated black finish for durable service in steering linkage use. Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper match-up with the original steering component, and the part is tested across extreme temperature and salt-spray exposure conditions to validate performance in demanding environments. This Delphi TA5255 tie rod end is a direct-fit standard replacement for the specified Cadillac CTS and Cadillac STS configurations.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or imprecise steering response at the left outer linkage
• Clunking or play from a worn tie rod end
• Uneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear
• Steering pull related to worn front-end steering components
• Restoration of correct steering connection on Cadillac CTS and Cadillac STS models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify left outer position, thread direction, and vehicle configuration before installation. This part is not adjustable, so final alignment should be performed after replacement. Inspect the surrounding steering components, including the inner tie rod, boots, and related hardware, to confirm the repair addresses the full wear condition.

Quality Assurance

Delphi backs this steering component with OE-focused engineering practices, including dimensional and material validation, temperature testing below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, and extended salt-spray exposure testing for corrosion resistance evaluation.