{"product_id":"dorman-544-551-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","title":"Dorman 544-551 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 544-551 Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 544-551 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Lincoln, Ford, and Jaguar applications. It is built for the front left outer steering position and evaluated for smooth, safe operation in OE-style service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement tie rod end for select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the front left outer steering position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black steel housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale-to-male end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style replacement for Lincoln LS, Ford Thunderbird, and Jaguar S-Type applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 544-551, is engineered to replace the original equipment tie rod end on specific vehicles without changing the steering geometry. The steel housing with a powder-coated black finish helps provide durable service in the steering linkage, while the direct-fit design supports accurate replacement on the front left outer position. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES800415 for the same application. Fits 2000-2006 Lincoln LS, front left outer; fits 2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird, front left outer; fits 1999-2002 Jaguar S-Type, front left outer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or worn steering response at the front left outer tie rod location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or play in the steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering pull related to a damaged outer tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper steering connection on Lincoln LS, Ford Thunderbird, and Jaguar S-Type models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the front left outer position before installation and confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model. Inspect the surrounding steering components, then align the replacement to the original end configuration and use the included mounting hardware as required by the application. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore correct steering and tire wear settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman subjects this tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to help confirm smooth, safe operation. The part number is 544-551.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52771304210613,"sku":"BKKY-544-551","price":78.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_544551_Bac.jpg?v=1783406508","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-544-551-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}