{"product_id":"dorman-541-175-steering-idler-arm-and-bracket-assembly","title":"Dorman 541-175 Steering Idler Arm and Bracket Assembly","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-175 Steering Idler Arm Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-175 is a steering idler arm and bracket assembly built to match the original fit, function, and performance for specific Mitsubishi Mighty Max and Dodge Ram 50 applications. It is a steel, coated, pre-greased replacement with a tapered arm attachment and included castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering idler arm and bracket assembly for select 1987-1995 Mitsubishi Mighty Max and 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a coated black finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design for ready-to-install service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered arm attachment with 10 mm arm stud thread diameter and 11 mm bracket stud thread diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracket design with 2 mounting holes and L-shape configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes castle nut and mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering idler arm and bracket assembly is engineered as a standard replacement for worn steering linkage components on compatible trucks. By restoring the idler arm’s support point in the steering system, it helps return proper steering response and alignment stability on Mitsubishi Mighty Max and Dodge Ram 50 models. The Dorman 541-175 is built from steel, finished in black coating, and supplied pre-greased for service readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K9486 for the same application. It is also listed among interchange references for related steering service applications, including the Dorman 541-175 part number for ordering and catalog matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play or looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering feel caused by a worn idler arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end wandering or poor directional control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering linkage movement from bracket wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoisy or unstable steering operation on aging trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, and model before installation. This assembly is listed for Fits 1987-1995 Mitsubishi Mighty Max and Fits 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50, N\/A position. Inspect adjacent steering linkage parts, fasteners, and alignment settings during replacement to confirm the steering system is restored correctly. Use the included castle nut and cotter pin during installation, and torque all fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this steering idler arm and bracket assembly to match original equipment fit and function for the listed applications. The Dorman 541-175 is built as a standard replacement part for direct service on the specified Mitsubishi Mighty Max and Dodge Ram 50 vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52765586817205,"sku":"BKKY-541-175","price":76.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541175_Bac.jpg?v=1783234045","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-175-steering-idler-arm-and-bracket-assembly","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}