{"product_id":"dorman-541-561-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front","title":"Dorman 541-561 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-561 Steering Adjusting Sleeve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-561 is a steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve for front steering applications on select Dodge trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested as a standard replacement for the original sleeve, with a steel construction and left-hand, counterclockwise thread direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for steering linkage service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounterclockwise (left) thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale-to-female end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarse thread design with metric sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement part number: 541-561\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 adjust steering linkage length during front-end alignment service. Dorman 541-561 is built for select 1979-1993 Dodge D150, 1981-1993 Dodge D250, 1981-1993 Dodge D350, 1979-1993 Dodge Ramcharger, 1986-1989 Dodge D100, 1979 Dodge D100, 1979-1980 Dodge D200, and 1979-1980 Dodge D300 applications. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES2146S and Mevotech Supreme MES2146S 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\u003eDifficulty setting toe during front-end alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or damage on the original adjusting sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play caused by a compromised tie rod sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on Dodge D150, D250, D350, and Ramcharger front steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify left-hand thread orientation before installation. Match the sleeve to the vehicle’s steering linkage dimensions, including the 244 mm length and 35 mm outside diameter, and confirm the 11\/16 in thread diameter with M18 pitch. Use the correct tie rod end and alignment procedure after installation to restore steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman tests this steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve for reliable replacement performance on the listed vehicles. It is built as a standard replacement part for front steering service on select Dodge applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768381730997,"sku":"BKKY-541-561","price":36.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541561_Fro.jpg?v=1783315949","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-561-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}