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Dorman 542-878 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner
| Brand | Dorman 542-878 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Inner |
| Length | 94 |
| Color | Black |
| Color | Negro |
| Color | Noir |
| End 1 Gender | Female |
| End 1 Gender | Hembra |
| End 2 Gender | Macho |
| End 2 Gender | Male |
| Finish | Powder coated |
| Finish | Revestimiento en polvo |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Oui |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Sí |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Housing Material | Acero |
| Housing Material | Steel |
| Contenidos del paquete | 1 chaveta |
| Contenidos del paquete | 1 extremo del terminal de la dirección |
| Contenidos del paquete | 1 tuerca de seguridad |
| Package Contents | 1 castle nut |
| Package Contents | 1 cotter pin |
| Package Contents | 1 steering tie rod end |
| Fits | Ford and Mazda · 24 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end.
Powder-coated steel housing. Helps resist wear while maintaining a durable finish.
Mounting hardware included. Comes with the hardware needed for installation.
Cross-references Delphi TA5993, Mevotech Original Grade GES2074R and Mevotech Supreme MES2074R for the same application. See all 10.
Dorman 542-878 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 542-878 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford Courier and Mazda B2000 front inner applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering response and matches the original equipment layout for the listed vehicles.
- Direct replacement for the original tie rod end on select applications
- Front inner steering position
- Powder-coated black finish
- Steel housing construction
- Female-to-male end configuration
- No grease fitting included
- Mounting hardware included
OE-Style Steering Replacement
This steering tie rod end is engineered for the front inner steering location on 1972-1981 Ford Courier and 1979-1980 Mazda B2000 applications, with year-specific coverage by vehicle. Dorman 542-878 follows the original equipment form and fit for the listed models, helping restore steering linkage integrity where wear, looseness, or damage has affected front-end control. This part cross-references Delphi TA5993 for the same application.
Compatible With 1981 Ford Courier, front inner; 1981 Mazda B2000, front inner; 1972-1980 Ford Courier, front inner; and 1979-1980 Mazda B2000, front inner. The Dorman 542-878 tie rod end is a practical OE-style replacement for these steering systems.
Common Problems It Can Address
- Steering play or looseness at the front inner linkage
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
- Clunking or wandering during low-speed or highway driving
- Failed or damaged original tie rod end hardware
- Restoration work on Ford Courier and Mazda B2000 steering systems
Installation Notes
Verify front inner fitment before installation and compare the original part dimensions, end configuration, and mounting points to the replacement. The powder-coated steel housing provides a durable exterior finish, and the included castle nut and cotter pin support a proper steering linkage installation. After installation, perform a professional alignment to confirm steering geometry and tire wear settings.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to verify smooth, safe operation. Part number 542-878 is built as a direct OE replacement for the listed Ford Courier and Mazda B2000 applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Ford | Courier | RWD | Front Inner | To 11/01/80 |
| 1981 | Mazda | B2000 | — | Front Inner | To 10/31/80 |
| 1980 | Ford | Courier | RWD | Front Inner | — |
| 1980 | Mazda | B2000 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1979 | Ford | Courier | RWD | Front Inner | — |
| 1979 | Mazda | B2000 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1978 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1978 | Mazda | B1800 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1977 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1977 | Mazda | B1800 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1977 | Mazda | Rotary Pickup | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1976 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1976 | Mazda | B1600 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1976 | Mazda | Rotary Pickup | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1975 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1975 | Mazda | B1600 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1975 | Mazda | Rotary Pickup | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1974 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1974 | Mazda | B1600 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1974 | Mazda | Rotary Pickup | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1973 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1973 | Mazda | B1600 | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1972 | Ford | Courier | — | Front Inner | — |
| 1972 | Mazda | B1600 | — | Front Inner | — |
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