Delphi TA5491 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Delphi TA5491 Front Inner Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5491 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the front inner position on select Smart Fortwo models. Built with a steel housing and steel tie rod, it uses a straight, adjustable design with pre-greased construction for service-ready installation.

Key Features

• Front inner steering tie rod end for select 2008-2015 Smart Fortwo applications
• Straight, adjustable design for steering linkage service
• Steel housing and steel tie rod construction
• Pre-greased and coated finish
• Male-to-male end configuration with clockwise thread direction
• Mounting hardware included
• Delphi part number TA5491

Detailed Description

Delphi TA5491 is engineered as a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the front inner position. It features a 14.0 mm end 1 thread diameter, 12.0 mm end 2 thread diameter, 1.5 thread pitch on both ends, and a black coated finish. The unit is pre-greased and uses Polyoxymethilen (POM) bearing material for consistent steering linkage operation. Delphi applies dimensional and material analysis to help maintain OE-style compatibility, and its steering components are tested across extreme temperature and salt-spray exposure conditions to verify durability in demanding environments. This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-7381 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2008-2015 Smart Fortwo, front inner.

What It Helps Fix

• Excessive steering play or looseness
• Clunking or knocking from the front steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn inner tie rod components
• Imprecise steering response or wandering
• Steering vibration related to worn linkage joints

Installation Notes

Confirm thread direction, thread diameter, and overall length before installation. Because this is a front inner steering component, a professional alignment is required after replacement. Inspect related steering parts, including outer tie rod ends and boots, for wear before reassembly. Delphi TA5491 is supplied pre-greased and includes mounting hardware.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-focused engineering and validation for its steering portfolio, including dimensional and material analysis plus environmental testing for temperature extremes and corrosion exposure. Delphi TA5491 is a standard replacement part built to support consistent steering performance on compatible Smart Fortwo applications.