Delphi TA5538 Steering Tie Rod End - Left
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Delphi TA5538 Steering Tie Rod End - Left

Brand Delphi TA5538
Position Left
Adjustable No
Bearing Material Steel
Color Black
Cone Outside Diameter 23.0
Dust Boot Included Yes
Dust Boot Material Choloroprene Rubber (CR)
End 1 Gender Male
End 1 Thread Diameter 0.75
End 1 Thread Diameter 19.05
End 1 Threads Per Inch 16
End 2 Gender Male
End 2 Thread Diameter 1.0
End 2 Thread Diameter 25.4
End 2 Thread Direction Counterclockwise
End 2 Threads Per Inch 16
Friction Material Thickness Coated
Grease Fitting Included Yes
Greaseable Yes
Height 108.7
Housing Material Steel
Item Grade Standard Replacement
Length 130.0
Length Stud Center to End 3.937
Length Stud Center to End 100.0
Mounting Hardware Included Yes
Pre-Greased Yes
Stud Type Threaded
Tie Rod Material Steel
Tube Diameter 1.0
Tube Diameter 25.4
Type Straight
Weight 2.53
Width 62.0
Fits Dodge

Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.

Coated steel construction. Built with a steel housing and tie rod for durable steering performance.

Pre-greased design. Includes a grease fitting and dust boot for easier service.

Cross-references 194688R91, 1818855 and 3821771 for the same application. See all 4.

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Delphi TA5538 Left Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5538 is a left steering tie rod end built as a standard replacement for steering and gear-related applications. It uses a straight steel housing with a coated finish, pre-greased construction, and a dust boot to support consistent steering linkage performance.

Key Features

  • Left-side steering tie rod end for steering linkage service
  • Straight design with steel tie rod and steel bearing material
  • Pre-greased with grease fitting included for serviceability
  • Dust boot included with chloroprene rubber construction
  • Coated black finish for added corrosion resistance
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Standard replacement part number TA5538

Detailed Description

Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to its aftermarket steering portfolio, helping maintain proper part compatibility and fit. TA5538 is a male-to-male tie rod end with 16 threads per inch on both ends, a 1.0-inch tube diameter, and a 23.0 mm cone outside diameter. The steel housing and threaded stud design are built for steering systems that require a straight, left-side tie rod end. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. For buyers searching for a Delphi TA5538 tie rod end for steering repair, or a left steering tie rod end for Ford, Chevrolet, or GMC applications, this part provides a direct replacement option where the listed interchange numbers apply.

Common Repair Uses

  • Loose or worn steering linkage at the left side
  • Steering wheel play caused by tie rod end wear
  • Uneven tire wear related to front-end steering geometry
  • Clunking or knocking from the steering system
  • Restoring steering response after suspension or steering service

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the steering linkage, boots, and adjacent components before installation. After replacing the tie rod end, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore toe settings and steering geometry. Verify thread direction, stud fit, and left-side application before installation. Fits 194688R91, 1818855, 3821771, ES304L interchange applications as listed for the same service position.

Quality Assurance

Delphi tests steering components across extreme temperature and corrosion conditions, including sub-zero and high-heat exposure as well as extended salt-spray testing. TA5538 is built using OE-focused engineering practices to support consistent aftermarket replacement quality.

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YearMakeModelPositionNotes
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
194688R9118188553821771ES304L