{"product_id":"dorman-543-284-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 543-284 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 543-284 Front Inner Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-284 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Audi applications, including front inner steering positions. Built with a steel housing, steel tie rod, polymer bearing material, and a powder-coated black finish, it is pre-greased and supplied with mounting hardware for service replacement work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment front inner tie rod end on select Audi models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits Audi A4, A4 allroad, A4 Quattro, A5, A5 Quattro, A5 Sportback, RS5, RS5 Sportback, S4, and S5 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 2017-2025 Audi A4 front inner steering applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 2018-2025 Audi A5 and A5 Quattro front inner steering applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing and steel tie rod with polymer bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design with no grease fitting and no dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable, straight design with clockwise right-hand threads on both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 mm thread diameter with M1.5 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered as an OE-style replacement for the front inner steering linkage on select Audi vehicles. Dorman 543-284 is designed for applications such as the Audi A4, Audi A5, Audi S4, and Audi RS5, helping restore precise steering response when the original inner tie rod shows wear. It cross-references Beck\/Arnley 101-8349 and MOOG Chassis Products EV801758 for the same application. The part number 543-284 is also a useful reference when sourcing the correct front inner tie rod end for Audi A4 Quattro and Audi A5 Sportback service repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or vague steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front inner steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering noise or clunking from worn tie rod hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed OE inner tie rod end on Audi A4, A5, S4, or RS5 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify thread direction, thread size, and front inner position before installation. This part uses 16 mm threads with M1.5 pitch and right-hand thread direction on both ends. Because it is pre-greased and does not include a grease fitting or dust boot, inspect adjacent steering components, alignment settings, and related hardware during service. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to confirm steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to support smooth, safe operation. The part is built as a standard replacement component for select Audi steering systems and is intended to meet the demands of front inner steering service on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768411877557,"sku":"BKKY-543-284","price":81.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543284_Sid.jpg?v=1783319627","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-284-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}