{"product_id":"dorman-533-130-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front","title":"Dorman 533-130 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-130 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-130 is a steel steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve built as a standard replacement for specific vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original function on the front steering linkage, including 1995-2002 Kia Sportage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for steering linkage durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounterclockwise, left-hand thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetric design with 18 mm thread diameter and M1.5 pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale ends on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement part for front steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-2002 Kia Sportage, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve is used to connect and fine-tune the steering linkage between tie rod ends. Dorman 533-130 is built in steel with a fine-thread metric design, making it a direct service part for front steering repair on the Kia Sportage from 1995 through 2002. The left-hand, counterclockwise thread direction is important for proper alignment and adjustment during steering service. This part cross-references Delphi TA5901 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged steering sleeve threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose steering linkage adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion on the original adjusting sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end steering service on a 1995-2002 Kia Sportage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment issues caused by a failed tie rod sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify thread direction before installation, since this sleeve uses a counterclockwise left-hand thread. Confirm the 18 mm thread diameter and M1.5 pitch match the vehicle’s steering linkage before assembly. After installation on a 1995-2002 Kia Sportage, front, perform a professional wheel alignment to set toe and steering wheel position correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers and tests this steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve as a standard replacement part for specific vehicle applications. Part number 533-130 is built to restore original steering linkage function on confirmed fitments, including Kia Sportage front steering service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756094746805,"sku":"BKKY-533-130","price":22.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533130_Fro.jpg?v=1782974802","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-130-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}