{"product_id":"dorman-541-558-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front","title":"Dorman 541-558 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-558 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-558 is a steel steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve built as a standard replacement for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury front steering applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original part’s function, helping restore proper tie rod adjustment on vehicles 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 for steering linkage durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounterclockwise (left) thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarse 16 mm thread with 1.5 pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale ends on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve is used to connect and fine-tune the steering linkage during front-end alignment service. Dorman 541-558 is designed for vehicles that use a left-hand, counterclockwise sleeve with coarse threading, making it a direct service part for front steering systems on the 1979-1994 Ford LTD, 1992-1994 Ford Crown Victoria, 1991-1994 Ford Grand Marquis, 1982-1994 Lincoln Town Car, 1979-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis, and related applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES2058S and Delphi TA2146 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or worn steering linkage adjustment points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper toe setting after tie rod service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-damaged or seized adjusting sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues caused by worn hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on left-hand threaded steering assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify thread direction, thread diameter, and vehicle application before installation. This sleeve uses a 16 mm coarse thread with a 1.5 pitch and a 35 mm outside diameter, so matching the original steering hardware is important for correct fitment. After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment to set toe and steering wheel position correctly. Fits 1992-1994 Ford Crown Victoria, front; fits 1991-1994 Ford Grand Marquis, front; fits 1982-1994 Lincoln Town Car, front; fits 1979-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis, front; fits 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, front; fits 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, front; fits 1979-1986 Ford LTD, front; fits 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, front; fits 1979-1982 Mercury Marquis, front; fits 1980 Lincoln Continental, front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this part is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original steering sleeve on the listed vehicles. The part is built as a standard replacement component for front steering service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768381632693,"sku":"BKKY-541-558","price":16.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541558_Fro.jpg?v=1783315928","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-558-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}