{"product_id":"dorman-543-163-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","title":"Dorman 543-163 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 543-163 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-163 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford van applications. It is built for the front left outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation on vehicles such as the Ford E-150 Econoline and Ford E-100 Econoline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement tie rod end for OE-style steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front left outer steering positions on select Ford Econoline applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with powder-coated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting included for serviceable maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Delphi TA5283 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered to replace the original equipment part on select Ford E-150 Econoline, Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Ford E-100 Econoline, and Ford E-100 Econoline Club Wagon models. Dorman 543-163 is built with a steel housing and powder-coated finish, and it includes a grease fitting for routine lubrication. The part number 543-163 is a practical OE-style solution for restoring steering linkage function on the front left outer side of these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With: 1975-1991 Ford E-150 Econoline, front left outer; 1975-1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, front left outer; 1975-1983 Ford E-100 Econoline, front left outer; 1975-1983 Ford E-100 Econoline Club Wagon, front left outer. This part number 543-163 also cross-references Mevotech Original Grade GES437L for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play or looseness at the front left outer linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn tie rod end joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or poor directional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or damaged OE tie rod end replacement needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, model, and front left outer position before installation. Inspect the steering linkage, alignment angles, and adjacent components for wear before replacing the tie rod end. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is required to confirm proper steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to confirm smooth, safe operation. The 543-163 is built as a direct replacement part for specific Ford Econoline applications and is designed to meet the demands of steering service on these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768408862901,"sku":"BKKY-543-163","price":22.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543163_Bac.jpg?v=1783319003","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-163-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}