{"product_id":"dorman-541-353-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 541-353 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-353 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-353 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering operation and is evaluated to meet industry expectations for fit and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement tie rod end for the original equipment part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the front inner steering position on select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable, straight design with right-hand thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with black e-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased for service-ready installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes mounting hardware and locking nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolymer bearing material for steering articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references MOOG EV455 and Delphi TA2751 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered as an OE-style replacement for the front inner steering linkage on 2003-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car, 2003-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis, and 2003-2004 Mercury Marauder. The Dorman 541-353 part number is built with a steel housing, straight body style, and e-coated finish to support durable service in the steering system. It is pre-greased and uses a polymer bearing material for controlled movement at the steering connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dorman 541-353 when replacing worn steering linkage components on Crown Victoria, Town Car, Grand Marquis, or Marauder models that call for a front inner tie rod end. The design includes a clockwise thread direction on end 1, a 20 mm stud length, and a 11.1 mm cone outside diameter for application-specific fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\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 tie rod end joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response during lane changes or turns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of steering linkage geometry on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front inner steering position before installation. This part is adjustable and uses a right-hand thread on end 1, so alignment settings should be checked after replacement. The Dorman 541-353 includes mounting hardware and a locking nut; no washer, castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, dust boot, or adjusting sleeve is listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is a standard replacement part built for direct OE-style service on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768335691957,"sku":"BKKY-541-353","price":33.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541353_Fro.jpg?v=1783314896","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-353-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}