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Dorman 544-088 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Right Outer
| Brand | Dorman 544-088 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Right Outer |
| Length | 75.5 |
| Color | Black |
| Color | Negro |
| Color | Noir |
| End 1 Gender | Female |
| End 1 Gender | Hembra |
| End 2 Gender | Macho |
| End 2 Gender | Male |
| Finish | Powder coated |
| Finish | Revestimiento en polvo |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Oui |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Sí |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Housing Material | Acero |
| Housing Material | Steel |
| Contenidos del paquete | 1 extremo del terminal de la dirección, 1 rótula (ball joint), |
| Package Contents | 1 ball joint |
| Package Contents | 1 nut |
| Package Contents | 1 steering tie rod end |
| Fits | Volkswagen · 11 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Directly replaces the original tie rod end for a straightforward repair.
Powder-coated steel. Steel housing with a durable finish for added corrosion resistance.
Mounting hardware included. Comes with the hardware needed for installation.
Cross-references Delphi TA1081, 3A0422812 and ES800399 for the same application. See all 5.
Dorman 544-088 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 544-088 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Volkswagen applications. It is built for the front right outer position and is engineered to restore precise steering response on the vehicle platforms listed below.
- Direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end
- Fits front right outer steering applications
- Powder-coated steel housing for corrosion resistance
- Female-to-male end configuration
- No grease fitting included
- Mounting hardware included
- Cross-reference: Delphi TA1081
Fitment Details
- Fits 2000-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, front right outer
- Fits 1995-1999 Volkswagen Cabrio, front right outer, ZF rack and pinion
- Fits 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat, front right outer
Product Overview
This steering tie rod end is designed as an OE-style replacement for Volkswagen Cabrio and Volkswagen Passat steering systems. Dorman 544-088 uses a steel housing with a powder-coated finish and a sealed, maintenance-free design without a grease fitting. The part number 544-088 is a direct-fit solution for restoring steering linkage integrity on the specified front right outer applications.
Common Repair Symptoms
- Loose or wandering steering feel
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage
- Clunking or play in the front suspension and steering system
- Steering wheel off-center after component wear
- Front-end alignment issues related to tie rod wear
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, model, and steering configuration before installation. This part is listed for the front right outer position on 2000-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, 1995-1999 Volkswagen Cabrio with ZF rack and pinion, and 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to set toe and confirm steering geometry.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. The part number 544-088 is built to replace the original equipment component on the confirmed applications listed above.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | — |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | — |
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | — |
| 1999 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | ZF Rack and Pinion |
| 1998 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | ZF Rack and Pinion |
| 1997 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | ZF Rack and Pinion |
| 1997 | Volkswagen | Passat | 1.9L | L4 | Front Right Outer | — |
| 1996 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | ZF Rack and Pinion |
| 1996 | Volkswagen | Passat | 2.0L | L4 | Front Right Outer | — |
| 1995 | Volkswagen | Cabrio | — | — | Front Right Outer | ZF Rack and Pinion |
| 1995 | Volkswagen | Passat | 2.0L | L4 | Front Right Outer | — |
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