{"product_id":"dorman-541-432-steering-pitman-arm","title":"Dorman 541-432 Steering Pitman Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-432 Steering Pitman Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-432 is a steering pitman arm built as a direct replacement for the original component on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable steering linkage performance on applications such as the Ford Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car.\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\u003eSteering shaft diameter: 29.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter link end attachment diameter: 0.5 in with 20 pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting included for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage contents include pitman arm, nut, dust boot, and plastic spacer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering pitman arm, part number 541-432, transfers steering gear movement into the steering linkage on the specified vehicles. Built from steel and finished in black with a coated surface, it is made to match the original fit and function of the factory part. The 36-spline design and tapered center link attachment support proper steering connection geometry for the Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car applications listed below. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8688 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps 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-to-center link connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of steering linkage alignment after component replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria. Fits 1995-2002 Ford Grand Marquis. Fits 1995-2002 Lincoln Town Car. Fits 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. Verify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and center link attachment details before installation. Use the included dust boot, plastic spacer, nut, and mounting hardware as specified for the application. Proper steering wheel centering and front-end inspection are recommended after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this steering pitman arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable replacement for the original part on the listed vehicles. Part number 541-432 is built to meet the demands of steering system service on these Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768377209013,"sku":"BKKY-541-432","price":56.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541432_Bac.jpg?v=1783315319","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-432-steering-pitman-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}