{"product_id":"dorman-541-560-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front-front-left-or-pitman-arm-to-steering-arm","title":"Dorman 541-560 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve - Front, Front Left or Pitman Arm To Steering Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-560 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 541-560 steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve is a standard replacement part for steering linkage service on select Ford, Dodge, Jeep, and Mazda applications. Built from steel with a black finish, it is engineered and tested to replace the original sleeve on vehicles that use a metric, fine-thread, left-hand design.\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-hand thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetric sizing with 20 mm thread diameter and 1.5 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-thread design with female ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish for a clean OE-style appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement part for select front steering applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the Dorman 541-560 when servicing steering tie rod assemblies on vehicles such as the Ford F-150, Ford Ranger, and Dodge Ram 1500. It also applies to select Jeep Cherokee and Mazda B-Series front steering setups, where the adjusting sleeve connects steering components and helps maintain proper toe alignment. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES2080S for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Part Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged tie rod sleeve threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose steering linkage adjustment points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper front-end toe settings after steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or deformation in the original sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play caused by a compromised adjusting sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm left-hand thread orientation before installation, since this sleeve uses a counterclockwise thread direction. Verify thread diameter, pitch, and end configuration against the original part before assembly. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore correct steering geometry on applications such as the Ford F-250, Dodge Ramcharger, and Jeep Comanche.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers and tests this steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve as a replacement for the original component on specific vehicles. Part number 541-560 is built to meet standard replacement requirements for steering service on compatible Ford, Dodge, Jeep, and Mazda applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768381698229,"sku":"BKKY-541-560","price":24.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541560_Bac.jpg?v=1783315942","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-560-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front-front-left-or-pitman-arm-to-steering-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}