{"product_id":"dorman-542-875-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","title":"Dorman 542-875 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 542-875 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 542-875 is a steering tie rod end for specific Volkswagen and Porsche applications, including front outer positions on Cabriolet, Vanagon, 924, 944, Atlantic, Jetta, Rabbit Convertible, and Rabbit Pickup models. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end and is evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront outer position application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with powder-coated black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-1988 Porsche 924, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1977-1982 Porsche 924, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1983-1988 Porsche 944, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1981-1987 Volkswagen Atlantic, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1984 Volkswagen Jetta, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is built for direct OE replacement on select Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles, helping restore precise steering linkage performance at the front outer position. The steel housing and powder-coated finish support durable service, while the standard replacement design follows the original equipment layout for the listed applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES2059R for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dorman 542-875 when servicing steering wear on a Volkswagen Cabriolet, Volkswagen Vanagon, Porsche 924, Porsche 944, Volkswagen Atlantic, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, or Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup. The part number 542-875 is also a useful reference when matching the correct front outer tie rod end for these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues It Can Help Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or play in the front steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response that no longer tracks accurately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a damaged or corroded front outer tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm vehicle year, make, model, and front outer position before installation. Inspect related steering components, alignment settings, and fasteners during service, and perform a wheel alignment after replacement to verify proper steering geometry. The included mounting hardware supports installation on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to verify smooth, safe operation. Part number 542-875 is built as a standard replacement component for the specified OE-style applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768390447285,"sku":"BKKY-542-875","price":19.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_542875_Bac.jpg?v=1783317167","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-542-875-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}