{"product_id":"dorman-543-491-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","title":"Dorman 543-491 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 543-491 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 543-491 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Hyundai and Kia applications. It is built for front inner steering service and evaluated for smooth, safe operation in the steering system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front inner steering positions on select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black finish for added surface protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with polymer bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolychloroprene dust boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design for application-specific steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-491, is engineered as an OE-style replacement for select 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera, 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata, and 2007-2009 Kia Amanti front inner steering applications. It is built with a steel housing, polymer bearing material, and a powder-coated black finish to match the demands of steering linkage service. The threaded construction supports proper replacement on the specified vehicles, while the dust boot helps protect internal components from contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a front inner tie rod end for Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Azera, or Kia Amanti, Dorman 543-491 provides a direct-fit service part for the listed applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800345 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or worn steering linkage at the front inner tie rod location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play or delayed response caused by worn joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a deteriorated tie rod end during steering input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContamination-related wear where the dust boot has failed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after inspection of the front inner steering assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front inner position before installation. After replacing the tie rod end, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore steering geometry and tire wear characteristics. Inspect adjacent steering components, including the inner tie rod assembly and related hardware, for wear before reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process focused on smooth, safe operation. The part number is 543-491.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768419840181,"sku":"BKKY-543-491","price":35.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_543491_Fro.jpg?v=1783320801","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-543-491-steering-tie-rod-end-front-inner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}