Delphi TA5552 Steering Tie Rod End - Outer

Delphi TA5552 Outer Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5552 is an outer steering tie rod end built as a standard replacement for select full-size GM and Pontiac applications. It uses a straight, steel construction with a coated black finish, pre-greased design, grease fitting, and dust boot to support dependable steering linkage service.

Key Features

• Outer steering tie rod end for steering linkage repair
• Steel housing and steel tie rod material with coated finish
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included for serviceability
• Dust boot included to help protect internal components
• Male threaded ends with clockwise thread direction
• Standard replacement design for OE-style fit and function
• Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES403R for the same application

Application and Fitment

Compatible with 1971-1976 Buick LeSabre, outer; 1971-1976 Buick Riviera, outer; 1971-1976 Chevrolet Caprice, outer; 1971-1976 Chevrolet Impala, outer; 1971-1976 Oldsmobile 98, outer; 1971-1976 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, outer; 1971-1976 Oldsmobile Delta 88, outer; 1971-1976 Pontiac Bonneville, outer; 1971-1976 Pontiac Catalina, outer; 1971-1976 Pontiac Parisienne, outer; and 1971-1975 Chevrolet Bel Air, outer. Delphi TA5552 is also listed for 1976 Pontiac Parisienne, outer.

Detailed Description

Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to its steering portfolio so the aftermarket part aligns closely with the original design. TA5552 is a straight outer tie rod end with a 242.5 length, 44.5 width, and 90.0 height, built with a steel housing, plastic bearing material, and chloroprene rubber dust boot. The part is greaseable, includes mounting hardware, and is specified as a standard replacement for steering service on classic Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles. Delphi TA5552 is a practical choice when restoring steering response on a 1971-1976 Chevrolet Impala, outer, or a 1971-1976 Pontiac Bonneville, outer.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Loose or wandering steering feel
• Excessive play at the outer steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
• Clunking or knocking from the front steering system
• Loss of steering precision during normal driving

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and overall length before installation to match the existing steering linkage. After replacement, perform a professional front-end alignment to restore correct toe settings and steering wheel position. Inspect the adjacent steering and suspension components at the same time, since wear in related parts can affect the new tie rod end.

Quality Assurance

Delphi subjects its steering components to extreme temperature testing below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with 720 hours of salt spray exposure. That testing, combined with OE-based dimensional and material analysis, supports consistent fit and durability for Delphi TA5552 in classic GM and Pontiac steering applications.