{"product_id":"dorman-543-324-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 543-324 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 543-324 Front Inner Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-324 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Bronco Sport applications. It is built as a straight, adjustable OE-style steering component with a steel housing and steel tie rod material for service on the front inner steering position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front inner steering applications on 2020-2025 Ford Escape, 2021-2025 Ford Bronco Sport, and 2021-2025 Lincoln Corsair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight, adjustable design for steering linkage service and alignment correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing and steel tie rod construction with powder-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design with ball joint included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread directions: counterclockwise (left) on End 1 and clockwise (right) on End 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference part numbers include Mevotech Supreme MS40778 and MOOG EV801573 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end is engineered to replace the original equipment part on the front inner steering linkage. Dorman 543-324 uses a straight, standard-grade design with a polymer bearing material, threaded stud type, and smooth head drive type to support precise steering connection service. The black powder-coated finish helps protect the steel construction, while the pre-greased assembly is ready for installation on the listed Ford Escape, Ford Bronco Sport, and Lincoln Corsair applications. The part number 543-324 is a direct-fit steering service component for vehicles that require front inner tie rod replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play or looseness at the front inner tie rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the steering system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment issues after steering component wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring steering response on Ford Escape, Ford Bronco Sport, and Lincoln Corsair models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front inner position before installation. Because this part is adjustable, an alignment check is recommended after replacement to confirm steering geometry. Inspect adjacent steering components, including outer tie rod ends and related linkage parts, for wear before completing the repair. Use the listed thread directions during installation to avoid cross-threading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end has undergone an industry evaluation process focused on smooth and safe operation. It is built as a standard replacement part for the specified applications and is intended to match the original steering connection function on compatible Ford, Lincoln, and Bronco Sport vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768414990517,"sku":"BKKY-543-324","price":44.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543324_Sid.jpg?v=1783319851","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-324-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}