{"product_id":"dorman-543-228-steering-tie-rod-end-assembly-front-right","title":"Dorman 543-228 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front Right","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSteering Tie Rod End Assembly for Volkswagen\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-228 is a steering tie rod end assembly built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Volkswagen models. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable steering service on the front right side, including applications for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Corrado.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 543-228\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering tie rod end assembly for the front right position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable design for 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 castle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread pitch: M1.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTie rod end thread diameter: 12 mm \/ 14 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 429 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 543-228 steering tie rod end assembly is made for Volkswagen steering systems that require a front right replacement with an internally threaded steering rack on certain Corrado applications. It also serves front right fitments for 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf and 1985-1992 Volkswagen Jetta, plus 1990-1991 and 1992-1995 Volkswagen Corrado applications. The steel body and adjustable layout support proper steering linkage geometry during service work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Beck\/Arnley 101-3998 and Delphi TL426 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, front right, w\/Internally Threaded Steering Rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf, front right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1992 Volkswagen Jetta, front right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1991 Volkswagen Corrado, front right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring steering response after tie rod end wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting looseness or play in the front right steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a damaged or corroded steering tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing uneven steering feel during alignment service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing front-end steering components on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Corrado models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify thread diameter, thread pitch, and overall length before installation. This assembly is adjustable, so final alignment should be performed after installation to set steering geometry correctly. Confirm front right placement and, for Corrado applications, check for the internally threaded steering rack note before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. Part number 543-228 is built for consistent fit and service on the listed Volkswagen applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768410370229,"sku":"BKKY-543-228","price":39.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543228_Fro.jpg?v=1783319315","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-228-steering-tie-rod-end-assembly-front-right","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}