{"product_id":"dorman-541-266-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 541-266 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-266 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-266 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Volkswagen front inner applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering response and follows an industry-leading evaluation process for fit and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front inner steering positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black steel housing for durable corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for service repairs\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 1993-1994 Volkswagen Golf, front inner, w\/Manual Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994 Volkswagen Jetta, front inner, w\/Manual Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf, front inner, Replaces Original Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1989 Volkswagen Jetta, front inner, Replaces Original Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered for Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen Jetta front inner steering service where OE-style replacement is required. Dorman 541-266 uses a steel housing with a powder-coated finish and a male-to-female end configuration to match the listed applications. This part cross-references Delphi TA1082 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or vague steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end steering play or wandering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front steering system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed inspection due to worn tie rod components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s steering configuration before installation, since listed applications include manual steering and replace-original-design variants. Always inspect related steering components, then perform a professional alignment after replacement to restore correct toe settings and steering response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman evaluates this steering tie rod end through an industry-leading validation process to help ensure proper operation and dependable steering performance on the specified Volkswagen Golf and Jetta applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52765600022709,"sku":"BKKY-541-266","price":31.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541266_Fro.jpg?v=1783234515","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-266-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}