{"product_id":"dorman-541-397-steering-pitman-arm","title":"Dorman 541-397 Steering Pitman Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman Steering Pitman Arm for Montero Sport\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering pitman arm is a direct replacement for select Mitsubishi Montero Sport models. Built from steel with a coated black finish, it restores the steering linkage connection between the steering gear and center link for precise steering response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering pitman arm for select Mitsubishi Montero Sport applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with coated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-spline steering shaft connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25 steering shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter link end uses a tapered attachment with M1.25 pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, and mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 541-397\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Steering Linkage Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-397 is engineered and tested as a replacement steering pitman arm for the original component on specific vehicles. It is used on 1997-2007 Mitsubishi Montero Sport models and is built to match the required spline count, shaft diameter, and center link attachment dimensions for proper steering linkage fitment. This part cross-references Beck\/Arnley 101-6339 and Delphi TA5429 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play caused by a worn pitman arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or inconsistent steering wheel response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or movement in the steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear at the steering gear-to-center-link connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or damage to the original pitman arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and center link attachment dimensions before installation. Use the included castle nut, cotter pin, and grease fitting during service, and inspect related steering linkage components for wear at the same time. Professional installation and a post-repair alignment are recommended after replacing the pitman arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this steering pitman arm as a precision-engineered replacement component and subjects it to testing to help ensure reliable fit and function on the listed Mitsubishi Montero Sport applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768349749429,"sku":"BKKY-541-397","price":84.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541397_Bac.jpg?v=1783315130","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-397-steering-pitman-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}