Dorman 543-211 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front Left

Dorman 543-211 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly

Dorman 543-211 is a steering tie rod end assembly engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Mercedes-Benz models. It is built from steel with a gray phosphate finish and an adjustable design for proper steering linkage service on front left applications.

Key Features

• Direct replacement steering tie rod end assembly for select Mercedes-Benz vehicles
• Steel construction with gray phosphate coating
• Adjustable design for steering linkage setup
• Male end configuration
• 12 mm tie rod end thread diameter with 1.5 thread pitch
• Package contents: steering tie rod assembly and nuts

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original part on specific Mercedes-Benz SL-Class applications. It is listed for front left use on 1990-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, 1990-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SL, and 1994-2002 Mercedes-Benz SL320, SL500, and SL600. This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-5803 for the same application. The Dorman 543-211 helps restore steering linkage geometry on vehicles that require a 12 mm threaded, adjustable tie rod end assembly.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or damaged front left tie rod end assembly
• Addressing steering looseness or excessive play in the linkage
• Restoring proper toe adjustment after front-end service
• Correcting steering response issues caused by worn steering components
• Servicing Mercedes-Benz SL500, SL600, and related SL-Class steering hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front left fitment before installation and confirm thread diameter, thread pitch, and overall length match the original component. The assembly is adjustable, so final alignment should be performed after installation. Castle nut and grease fitting are not included. For fitment-specific service, confirm application details for 1990-2002 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, 500SL, 600SL, SL320, SL500, and SL600 before replacing the steering tie rod end.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement part to meet the needs of OE-style steering service and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable use on the listed Mercedes-Benz applications. The steel construction and phosphate finish support consistent fit and serviceability in steering repair work.