Dorman 531-565 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Right Outer

Dorman 531-565 Steering Tie Rod End

Dorman 531-565 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific front right outer applications. It is built for vehicles such as the Buick Skylark, Pontiac Grand Am, and Chevrolet Cavalier, with a fitment range that spans 1982-1998 across multiple GM platforms.

This Dorman tie rod end is engineered to replace the original equipment part on the listed applications and has been evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation. The gray phosphate, coated steel housing includes a grease fitting and mounting hardware, along with the castle nut, cotter pin, zerk fitting, and bolt needed for service.

Key Features

• Direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific front right outer positions
• Steel housing with coated finish and gray phosphate color
• Grease fitting included for serviceable lubrication
• Mounting hardware included
• Package contents: tie rod, castle nut, cotter pin, zerk fitting, and bolt
• Cross-reference part numbers include MOOG Chassis Products ES2216R and Delphi TA2173

Detailed Description

Dorman 531-565 is a steering tie rod end for GM compact and midsize vehicles that need a front right outer replacement. It is listed for applications including 1986-1998 Buick Skylark, 1985-1998 Pontiac Grand Am, and 1982-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, making it a practical service part for restoring steering linkage integrity on these platforms. The steel construction and coated finish support corrosion resistance, while the grease fitting allows routine lubrication after installation. This part number, 531-565, is a direct OE-style replacement for the original tie rod end on the specified vehicles.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or imprecise steering feel
• Front-end play caused by worn tie rod end joints
• Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
• Clunking or knocking from the front steering system
• Steering pull caused by damaged outer tie rod components

Installation Notes

Install on the front right outer steering position only where listed in the fitment data. Verify vehicle year, make, model, and steering configuration before service. After installation, inspect alignment and steering linkage condition, and lubricate through the included grease fitting as part of regular maintenance. For applications such as the Pontiac Sunbird, Oldsmobile Achieva, and Chevrolet Corsica, confirm the replacement matches the original part geometry before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on the listed applications.