{"product_id":"dorman-541-263-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 541-263 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-263 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-263 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific front inner applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering operation and is matched to the original equipment design for the listed Mazda, Ford, and Mercury vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front inner steering positions on select applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder coated black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing construction\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\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1995 Mazda 323, front inner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1994 Mazda Protege, front inner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1994 Mercury Tracer, front inner, w\/Internally Threaded Steering Rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1993 Ford Escort, front inner, w\/Internally Threaded Steering Rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991 Ford Escort, front inner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991 Mercury Tracer, front inner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 541-263 for catalog and service reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack powder-coated finish for added surface protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing for steering linkage durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale end configuration on both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage contents include a steering tie rod end, nut, and washer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on the listed front inner steering applications. It is a practical choice for Mazda 323 and Mazda Protege models, as well as Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer vehicles with the specified steering rack configuration. The part number 541-263 is also a useful cross-reference when matching steering linkage components during repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV266 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Steering Issues It May Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play at the front inner linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the steering rack area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper alignment after tie rod end wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and front inner position before installation. On 1992-1994 Mercury Tracer and 1992-1993 Ford Escort applications, confirm the internally threaded steering rack note before ordering. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to set steering geometry correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to support smooth, safe operation. The 541-263 is built as an OE-style replacement for the listed applications and is intended to meet the demands of steering service on compatible Mazda, Ford, and Mercury vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52765599498421,"sku":"BKKY-541-263","price":35.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541263_Fro.jpg?v=1783234495","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-263-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}