{"product_id":"dorman-541-408-steering-pitman-arm","title":"Dorman 541-408 Steering Pitman Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-408 Steering Pitman Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-408 is a steering pitman arm built as a direct replacement for the original component on select Dodge Ram trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable steering linkage service on 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, and 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a coated black finish for durable service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36-spline steering shaft connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered center link end attachment with a 16 mm center link end diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30.66 mm steering shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original pitman arm on select Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference part numbers include MOOG Chassis Products K7339 and Mevotech Supreme MK7339\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering pitman arm, part number 541-408, transfers steering input from the steering gear to the center link on the front steering system. Built from steel and finished in black coating, it is made for specific Dodge Ram truck fitments and follows the original attachment style with a tapered end on one side and a spline connection on the other. For buyers searching for a steering pitman arm for 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, or 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, Dorman 541-408 provides a direct replacement option that matches the listed vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Steering Issues It May 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 at the wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the steering linkage area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear at the steering gear-to-center link connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper steering geometry after pitman arm 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 does not include a castle nut, grease fitting, or mounting hardware, so reuse or source the required service parts as needed. Because steering components affect vehicle control, inspect the center link, idler arm, and related linkage parts during replacement on Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this replacement pitman arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to meet the needs of the original application on the listed vehicles. Part number 541-408 is built for direct-fit service on select Dodge Ram steering systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768359874741,"sku":"BKKY-541-408","price":72.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541408_Fro.jpg?v=1783315192","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-408-steering-pitman-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}