{"product_id":"dorman-541-200-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 541-200 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-200 Front Inner Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-200 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is built for the front inner steering position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation on the vehicles listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement tie rod end for the front inner steering location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black steel housing for durable corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale end 1 and male end 2 configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered for select Ford Mustang, Ford Thunderbird, Lincoln Mark VII, and Mercury Capri applications, along with additional listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models. Dorman 541-200 replaces the original equipment tie rod end at the front inner position and is evaluated to support consistent steering response and safe operation. It is a practical OE-style solution for restoring steering linkage integrity on vehicles such as the 1980-1993 Ford Mustang and 1984-1992 Lincoln Mark VII.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV117 and Delphi TA2209 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Help Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play at the front inner linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or looseness from worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by worn tie rod ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues related to steering linkage wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring original steering feel on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify steering gear markings and application notes before installation. Some listed vehicles require specific steering gear markings or exclusions, including certain Ford Pinto and Mercury Bobcat applications. After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment to confirm proper toe setting and steering wheel centering. This part is listed for the front inner position only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman evaluates this replacement steering tie rod end through an industry-focused validation process to support smooth, safe operation. The steel housing and powder-coated finish are selected for service durability in steering system use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1993 Ford Mustang, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1984-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1988 Ford Cougar, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1988 Ford Thunderbird, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1988 Mercury Cougar, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1982-1987 Lincoln Continental, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1983-1986 Ford LTD, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1986 Mercury Capri, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1983-1986 Mercury Marquis, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1983 Ford Fairmont, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1983 Mercury Zephyr, Front Inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1977-1980 Ford Pinto, Front Inner, Exc. Steering Gear Stamped SMD-J\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat, Front Inner, Exc. Steering Gear Stamped SMD-J\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1978-1979 Ford Fairmont, Front Inner, w\/Steering Gear Marked SPR-AG, AH, or GA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1979 Ford Mustang, Front Inner, w\/Steering Gear Marked SPR-AG, AH, or GA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1979 Mercury Capri, Front Inner, w\/Steering Gear Marked SPR-AG, AH, or GA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1978-1979 Mercury Zephyr, Front Inner, w\/Steering Gear Marked SPR-AG, AH, or GA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52765590618293,"sku":"BKKY-541-200","price":29.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541200_Bac.jpg?v=1783234179","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-200-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}