{"product_id":"dorman-541-349-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 541-349 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-349 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-349 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Toyota applications. It is built for the front inner steering position and evaluated for smooth, safe operation in daily driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the front inner steering position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design for application-specific steering linkage service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with polymer bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black\/gray finish for added surface protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes mounting hardware and locking washer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma, front inner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner, front inner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered as an OE-style replacement for the front inner steering linkage on 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma and 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner models. Dorman 541-349 uses a steel housing, polymer bearing material, and a polychloroprene dust boot to support steering service in the specified applications. The threaded configuration and included locking washer help match the original steering connection layout. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MEV433 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play or looseness at the front inner linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by tie rod wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues related to steering linkage wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage from corrosion or deterioration of the original tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front inner fitment before installation on the Tacoma or 4Runner application. After replacement, inspect the steering linkage and complete a professional wheel alignment to restore proper toe settings. Confirm the threaded connection, end gender, and mounting points match the original part before service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman evaluates this steering tie rod end through an industry-focused validation process to support consistent steering operation and OE-style fitment on the listed Toyota vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768335560885,"sku":"BKKY-541-349","price":37.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541349_Fro.jpg?v=1783314867","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-349-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}