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Delphi TA5553 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve
| Brand | Delphi TA5553 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 4.25 |
| Length | 108.0 |
| Material | Steel |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Thread Diameter | 18.0 |
| Thread Type | Fine |
| Fits | Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 59 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise applied to aftermarket steering hardware.
Steel construction. Built for dependable strength in a steering adjusting sleeve.
Fine threads. Helps deliver precise adjustment and secure fit.
Cross-references D2OZ-3310A, D3AZ-3310A and D3OZ-3310A for the same application. See all 4.
Delphi TA5553 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve
Delphi TA5553 is a steel steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve built as a standard replacement for classic Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It is engineered for fine-thread steering linkage service and includes mounting hardware for a direct repair workflow.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a black finish
- Fine thread design with 18.0 mm thread diameter
- 108.0 length / 4.25 in. length specification
- Standard replacement grade for steering linkage service
- Mounting hardware included
- Delphi part number TA5553
Application Details
Compatible with steering systems on 1972-1979 Ford Thunderbird, 1972-1978 Ford LTD, 1972-1979 Lincoln Continental, 1977-1980 Lincoln Versailles, 1972-1978 Mercury Marquis, 1973-1979 Mercury Cougar, 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch, 1975-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1972-1976 Mercury Montego, and 1973-1974 Mercury Colony Park. For 1972 Mercury Colony Park, the listed note is 0.688 in. length with 18 mm thread size. Delphi TA5553 is also cross-referenced to ES426S for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Loose or uneven steering linkage adjustment
- Worn or corroded tie rod sleeve threads
- Improper toe setting during front-end alignment
- Replacement needs on aging Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln steering systems
- Service issues caused by damaged adjusting sleeve hardware
Installation Notes
Verify thread diameter, thread pitch, and sleeve length before installation. Match the sleeve to the vehicle’s steering linkage and alignment specifications, then set toe after installation. Delphi TA5553 is intended for fine-thread steering assemblies used on classic Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models.
Quality Assurance
Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to its aftermarket steering parts. This sleeve is tested for temperature extremes below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, and it is exposed to 720 hours of salt spray to evaluate corrosion resistance and durability.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Lincoln | Versailles | N/A | — |
| 1980 | Mercury | Monarch | N/A | — |
| 1979 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1979 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1979 | Lincoln | Versailles | N/A | — |
| 1979 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1979 | Mercury | Monarch | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Lincoln | Versailles | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1978 | Mercury | Monarch | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Lincoln | Versailles | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1977 | Mercury | Monarch | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Mercury | Monarch | N/A | — |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Mercury | Monarch | N/A | — |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | — |
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | N/A | — |
| 1972 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | — |
| 1972 | Lincoln | Continental | N/A | — |
| 1972 | Mercury | Colony Park | N/A | 0.688in Length; 18mm Thread Size |
| 1972 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | — |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | — |
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