{"product_id":"dorman-541-418-steering-pitman-arm","title":"Dorman 541-418 Steering Pitman Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-418 Steering Pitman Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-418 is a steering pitman arm built as a direct replacement for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable steering linkage service on applications such as the Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a coated black finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36-spline steering shaft connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale taper center link end attachment with M20 pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29 mm steering shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting for a maintenance-free design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement part number 541-418 for select steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\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 541-418 is made from steel and finished in black coating to match the demands of daily driving while maintaining a precise fit on compatible Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis steering systems. The 36-spline design and male taper connection support proper engagement with the steering components on the listed applications. This part cross-references Delphi TA2144 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1994 Ford Crown Victoria, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1994 Ford Grand Marquis, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1982-1994 Lincoln Town Car, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1986 Ford LTD, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1982-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980 Lincoln Continental, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play or looseness in the steering wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn steering linkage components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor steering response caused by a damaged pitman arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper center link movement from spline or taper wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering alignment issues related to worn linkage hardware\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 before installation. Use the included castle nut and mounting hardware during service, and follow the vehicle service manual for torque specifications and steering gear indexing. After installation, inspect the full steering linkage and perform a front-end alignment if required.\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 part is built to match the original steering linkage function on the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models, including long-tail applications such as a replacement pitman arm for 1992-1994 Ford Crown Victoria or 1982-1994 Lincoln Town Car steering repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768373866677,"sku":"BKKY-541-418","price":56.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541418_Bac.jpg?v=1783315241","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-418-steering-pitman-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}