{"product_id":"dorman-541-341-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 541-341 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-341 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-341 is a straight steering tie rod end for specific Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer front inner applications. It directly replaces the original equipment part and is built for smooth, safe steering operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, front inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, front inner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased for initial installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with black E-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable design with locking nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-hand thread direction on end 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolymer bearing material for steering articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 541-341, is engineered as a direct OE replacement for the front inner steering linkage on select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models. It is a straight, standard replacement component with a steel housing, E-coated finish, and pre-greased construction to support consistent steering movement. The part number 541-341 also cross-references Delphi TA5300 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, front inner, and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, front inner, this tie rod end is intended for vehicles that need a replacement for worn steering linkage components. The design includes mounting hardware and a locking nut, and it uses a polymer bearing material with a right-hand thread on end 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play from a worn inner tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or looseness in the front steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by worn ball-and-socket wear surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues related to steering linkage wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring direct steering feel on Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front inner position before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to confirm steering geometry and toe settings. Inspect adjacent steering components, including the outer tie rod ends and related linkage hardware, for wear before reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end has undergone Dorman's evaluation process for fit and function on the listed applications. It is a standard replacement part built to replace the original equipment tie rod end on specific vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768335200437,"sku":"BKKY-541-341","price":44.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541341_Fro.jpg?v=1783314810","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-341-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}