Delphi TA5788 Steering Tie Rod End - Left Inner
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Delphi TA5788 Steering Tie Rod End - Left Inner

Brand Delphi TA5788
Position Left Inner
Adjustable No
Bearing Material Plastic
Color Black
Dust Boot Included Yes
Dust Boot Material Choloroprene Rubber (CR)
End 1 Gender Male
End 1 Thread Diameter 20.0
End 1 Thread Direction Clockwise
End 1 Thread Pitch 1.5
End 2 Gender Male
End 2 Thread Diameter 14.0
End 2 Thread Direction Clockwise
End 2 Thread Pitch 1.5
Friction Material Thickness Coated
Grade Standard
Grease Fitting Included Yes
Greaseable Yes
Height 114.0
Housing Material Steel
Item Grade Standard Replacement
Length 388.0
Length Stud Center to End 367.0
Mounting Hardware Included Yes
Pre-Greased Yes
Stud Type Threaded
Tie Rod Material Steel
Type Straight
Weight 2.48
Width 42.0
Fits Ford · 5 vehicles

Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility with the original part.

Coated steel construction. Built with a steel housing and tie rod for added durability and corrosion resistance.

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

Cross-references 534-137, DS1040 and E3TZ-3A130A for the same application. See all 4.

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Delphi TA5788 Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5788 is a straight steering tie rod end built for the left inner position on select Ford Ranger applications. It combines OE-focused dimensional control with a coated steel housing, pre-greased construction, and a supplied dust boot for dependable steering linkage service.

Key Features

  • Fits 1983-1987 Ford Ranger, left inner
  • Straight steering tie rod end for steering linkage repair
  • Steel housing with coated finish
  • Pre-greased with grease fitting included
  • Dust boot included with chloroprene rubber material
  • Threaded stud design with clockwise thread direction on both ends
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

Delphi TA5788 is engineered as a standard replacement steering tie rod end for Ford Ranger models from 1983 through 1987 in the left inner position. Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper fit and consistent steering geometry, while the steel construction and coated finish support durability in demanding undercar conditions. The part number TA5788 is also referenced in aftermarket steering catalogs for this application.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Loose or imprecise steering feel in a Ford Ranger
  • Wear at the inner tie rod connection
  • Clunking or play from a worn steering linkage joint
  • Uneven steering response caused by degraded tie rod components
  • Service replacement for a damaged or corroded left inner tie rod end

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify left inner fitment before installation on 1983-1987 Ford Ranger models. Inspect the steering linkage, alignment settings, and adjacent components for wear before replacing the tie rod end. Because the part is pre-greased and greaseable, confirm the fitting is accessible after installation and torque all fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications. An alignment check is recommended after steering component replacement.

Quality Assurance

Delphi tests steering components across extreme temperature ranges and extended salt-spray exposure to evaluate durability and OE-style performance. The TA5788 is backed by Delphi’s OE-focused engineering approach and material verification for aftermarket steering service.

Related reading

This part fits 5 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypePositionNotes
1987FordRangerRWDLeft Inner—
1986FordRangerRWDLeft Inner—
1985FordRangerRWDLeft Inner—
1984FordRangerRWDLeft Inner—
1983FordRangerRWDLeft Inner—
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
534-137DS1040E3TZ-3A130AE3TZ-3A130C