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Delphi TA5442 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Right Outer
| Brand | Delphi TA5442 |
|---|---|
| Position | Right Outer |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Color | Black |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| End 1 Gender | Male |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 0.63 |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 16.0 |
| End 1 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 1 Thread Pitch | 1.5 |
| End 2 Gender | Female |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 0.394 |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 10.0 |
| End 2 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 2 Thread Pitch | 1.25 |
| Friction Material Thickness | Cataphoresis |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Greaseable | No |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length Stud Center to End | 16.339 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 415.0 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Tie Rod Material | Steel |
| Type | Bent |
| Fits | Mini · 2 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility with the aftermarket part.
Cataphoresis finish. Helps resist corrosion through extreme temperature and salt-spray testing.
Steel construction. Built with a dust boot and included mounting hardware for the steering tie rod end assembly.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-5566, Dorman - Premium TA29002PR and 32 11 6 754 564 for the same application. See all 5.
OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End for Mini Cooper
The Delphi TA5442 steering tie rod end assembly is a standard replacement for the right outer steering position on select Mini Cooper models. Built with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis, it is made to match the original steering geometry and fitment requirements for the application.
- Part number: TA5442
- Fits 2002-2003 Mini Cooper, right outer
- Steering tie rod end assembly for the steering linkage
- Adjustable design for proper alignment setup
- Steel tie rod construction with black cataphoresis finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint
- Clockwise thread direction on both ends
- End 1 thread diameter: 16.0 mm; End 2 thread diameter: 10.0 mm
- End 1 thread pitch: 1.5; End 2 thread pitch: 1.25
Detailed Product Overview
Delphi TA5442 is engineered as a right outer steering tie rod end assembly for 2002-2003 Mini Cooper models. It uses a bent steel body, chloroprene rubber dust boot, and cataphoresis finish to support durability in demanding steering service. Delphi validates its steering components through extreme temperature exposure and salt-spray testing, along with dimensional and material analysis to help maintain OE-level compatibility. This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-5566 for the same application.
Common Steering Symptoms Addressed
- Loose or vague steering feel at the front end
- Clunking or knocking from the right outer steering linkage
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage components
- Steering wheel play related to a worn tie rod end
- Alignment instability after steering component wear
Installation Notes
Install on the right outer steering position only. Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and overall length before installation, then perform a professional wheel alignment after replacement. Mounting hardware is included. TA5442 is not greaseable and does not include a grease fitting, so inspect the surrounding steering components and boot condition during service.
Quality Assurance
Delphi applies OE-based testing and material validation to its aftermarket steering portfolio, including temperature cycling below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, plus extended salt-spray exposure. The TA5442 is built to support consistent fit and steering performance for Mini Cooper applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Mini | Cooper | Right Outer | — |
| 2002 | Mini | Cooper | Right Outer | — |
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