{"product_id":"dorman-542-950-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","title":"Dorman 542-950 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 542-950 Front Outer Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 542-950 is a straight steering tie rod end made for specific Nissan front outer applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end and is built for smooth, safe steering response on supported vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering tie rod end for front outer use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight design with a steel housing and e-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased, with dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, locking nut, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable design for proper steering linkage setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack\/silver finish with female-to-male end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Steering Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman tie rod end is engineered for Nissan Sentra, Altima, 200SX, 240SX, and Pulsar NX front outer steering applications. It is a direct-fit steering component for restoring steering linkage function on vehicles such as the Nissan Sentra front outer, Nissan Altima front outer, and Nissan 240SX front outer. The part number 542-950 is also referenced in aftermarket interchange listings for related OE-style applications, including MOOG ES2814RL and Delphi TA1537.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a steel housing, straight body style, and e-coated surface treatment, this tie rod end is made for standard replacement service. It arrives pre-greased and includes a dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, and locking nut. The adjustable design helps support proper alignment setup after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Steering Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or vague steering feel at the front wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or play in the outer steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response problems from a damaged tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment instability after replacing worn front-end parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front outer position before installation. This part is adjustable and should be aligned after replacement to confirm correct steering geometry. The pre-greased design and included dust boot support service-ready installation on the listed Nissan applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is a standard replacement part built to directly replace the original equipment tie rod end on specific vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768392577205,"sku":"BKKY-542-950","price":32.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_542950_Bac.jpg?v=1783317617","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-542-950-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}