{"product_id":"dorman-543-223-steering-tie-rod-end-assembly-front-left","title":"Dorman 543-223 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 543-223 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-223 is a steering tie rod end assembly built for direct replacement on select Volkswagen Cabrio models. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment function for front left steering service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio, front left from 12\/01\/98\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, front left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable steering tie rod end assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale end design with M1.5 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie rod end thread diameter: 12 mm or 14 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage contents: steering tie rod end, ball joint, and nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eReplacement Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end assembly is made for Volkswagen Cabrio front left applications where steering linkage wear can affect alignment and road feel. The Dorman 543-223 helps restore the connection between the steering system and the wheel assembly, and it cross-references Mevotech Supreme MES800492A for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or vague steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end play or wandering during driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front suspension area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment issues after tie rod end wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify thread diameter, thread pitch, and front left position before installation. After replacement, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to set steering geometry correctly. Confirm vehicle fitment for 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio and 2000-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio applications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement steering tie rod end assembly as an OE-style service part for specific vehicle applications. The part number 543-223 is engineered and tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on listed Volkswagen Cabrio models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768410239157,"sku":"BKKY-543-223","price":49.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543223_Fro.jpg?v=1783319288","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-223-steering-tie-rod-end-assembly-front-left","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}