{"product_id":"dorman-543-180-steering-tie-rod-end-assembly-front","title":"Dorman 543-180 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 543-180 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-180 is a steering tie rod end assembly for select BMW front steering applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on specific vehicles, with an adjustable steel design and black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering tie rod end assembly for front suspension steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable design for proper steering linkage setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo castle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread specifications: 10 mm and 18 mm tie rod end thread diameters with M1 and M1.5 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 452 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end assembly is built for BMW 325i, 318is, 318i, 325is, M3, 325e, and 325es front steering applications across the 1984-1993 model years. It is a direct-fit replacement for worn steering linkage components and is intended to restore steering connection integrity in vehicles that use the specified front-end configuration. This part number, 543-180, is also referenced by Beck\/Arnley 101-3761 and TRW JRA158 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or wandering linked to tie rod end wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a replacement steering tie rod end on select BMW front applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1987-1993 BMW 325i, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1991-1992 BMW 318is, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1991 BMW 318i, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1984-1985 BMW 318i, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1987-1991 BMW 325is, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1988-1991 BMW M3, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1984-1987 BMW 325e, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1986-1987 BMW 325es, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify thread diameter, pitch, and overall length before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter replacement, steering alignment should be checked and adjusted as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE-style replacement performance on the listed BMW applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768409157813,"sku":"BKKY-543-180","price":62.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543180_Fro.jpg?v=1783319069","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-180-steering-tie-rod-end-assembly-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}