{"product_id":"dorman-541-402-steering-pitman-arm","title":"Dorman 541-402 Steering Pitman Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-402 Steering Pitman Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-402 is a steering pitman arm engineered as a direct replacement for the original component on select Chrysler and Dodge vehicles. Built from steel with a coated black finish, it is designed for the steering linkage on applications such as the Dodge Charger, Dodge Dart, and Chrysler Newport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for steering system durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32-spline steering shaft connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoated black finish for added surface protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes castle nut, cotter pin, ball joint, and Zerk fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale taper center link end attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting included for serviceable maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for select Chrysler and Dodge steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering pitman arm transfers motion from the steering gear to the center link, making it a critical part of the steering linkage. Dorman 541-402 is precision-engineered and tested to match the original part on specific vehicles, with fitment for 1973-1981 Chrysler Newport, 1978-1979 Dodge Magnum, 1975-1978 Dodge Charger, 1978 Dodge Monaco, 1973-1976 Dodge Dart, and 1973-1974 Dodge Challenger. For 1973-1974 Dodge Charger applications, it fits vehicles with power steering. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7075 and K7076 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Steering Issues It 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 response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or movement in the steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear at the steering gear output connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty maintaining proper steering alignment after component wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and center link attachment dimensions before installation. This part uses a 32-spline steering shaft connection and a male taper center link end, so matching the original geometry is important for proper steering linkage operation. Inspect related steering components, including the center link and idler arm, during replacement to avoid repeat repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this pitman arm as a tested replacement component for specific vehicle applications. The steel construction, coated finish, and included service hardware support a proper steering repair on compatible Chrysler and Dodge models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768354304181,"sku":"BKKY-541-402","price":40.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541402_Fro.jpg?v=1783315159","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-402-steering-pitman-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}