Delphi TA5453 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve - At Pitman Arm, Pitman Arm To Connecting Rod or Right (Pitman Arm to Connecting Tie Rod)

Delphi TA5453 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve

Delphi TA5453 is a steel steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve built for front steering service on select Ford and Ram trucks. It is a standard replacement part with fine threads, black finish, and mounting hardware included for a direct service repair.

Key Features

• Steel construction for steering linkage durability
• Fine thread design for precise toe adjustment
• Black finish
• Standard replacement grade
• Front position application
• Mounting hardware included
• Length: 5.0 in. (127.0 mm)
• Thread diameter: 1.0 in. (25.4 mm)

Application Details

Compatible with front steering service on 1999-2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 1999-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, 1999 Ford F-250, 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 2500, 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 2011-2013 Ram 2500, and 2011-2013 Ram 3500. This Delphi TA5453 steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products ES3420S.

Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper fit between the original steering layout and the replacement sleeve. The part is tested for extreme temperature exposure and salt-spray resistance, supporting use in demanding steering environments on Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ram 2500/3500 applications.

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a worn or seized steering adjusting sleeve
• Restoring toe adjustment range during front-end alignment
• Addressing steering play caused by damaged linkage hardware
• Repairing corrosion-related sleeve damage in road-salt environments
• Servicing steering linkage on Ford and Ram heavy-duty trucks

Installation Notes

Install on the front steering linkage at the specified pitman arm or connecting rod location for the vehicle application. Verify thread direction, sleeve length, and tie rod end compatibility before alignment. After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment and confirm steering wheel center.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-focused engineering and validation for its aftermarket steering portfolio. This sleeve is evaluated for temperature extremes and extended salt-spray exposure to support long-term service in steering applications.