{"product_id":"dorman-542-877-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","title":"Dorman 542-877 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 542-877 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 542-877 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford applications, including 1978-1979 Ford Bronco, 1978-1979 Ford F-150, 1978-1979 Ford F-250, and 1979 Ford F-350 in the front left outer position. Built with a steel housing and powder-coated black finish, it is evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front left outer steering positions on select Ford trucks and SUVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with powder-coated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes grease fitting for serviceable lubrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes mounting hardware and related installation components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale end configuration on both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Steering Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is built for Ford Bronco, Ford F-150, Ford F-250, and Ford F-350 steering systems that require a front left outer tie rod end. The Dorman 542-877 follows the original equipment layout for the listed applications and is intended to restore proper steering linkage function where wear, looseness, or joint play has developed. Cross-reference part numbers include MOOG ES2064L and Delphi TA2549 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wheel play caused by a worn outer tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or looseness in the front steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to steering component wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprecise front-end response during turning or lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService needs on a front left outer tie rod end for 1978-1979 Ford Bronco and F-Series trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and position before installation. This part is specified for the front left outer location on the listed Ford applications, including 1978-1979 Ford Bronco and 1978-1979 Ford F-150, plus 1978-1979 Ford F-250 and 1979 Ford F-350. After installation, the steering system should be inspected and aligned as needed to confirm correct toe setting and steering response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to help confirm smooth, safe operation in the specified applications. The part number is 542-877.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768390480053,"sku":"BKKY-542-877","price":56.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_542877_Bac.jpg?v=1783317175","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-542-877-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}