{"product_id":"dorman-544-576-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","title":"Dorman 544-576 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSteering Tie Rod End for Ford and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 544-576 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications. It is built to restore precise steering response and smooth operation at the front outer steering position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering tie rod end for select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front outer steering applications on Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with female and male end configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with polymer bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated silver finish for added corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot made from polychloroprene\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 Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 544-576 is engineered as an OE-style steering tie rod end for the front outer position on 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer. The threaded construction, steel housing, and polymer bearing material are selected to support stable steering linkage performance, while the powder-coated silver finish helps protect the part in everyday service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES80786 and Delphi TA5276 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, front outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel at the front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or play from a worn outer tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wheel wander or poor directional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-related deterioration of the original tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the front outer steering position before installation and compare the original part to Dorman 544-576 for length, thread type, and end configuration. After replacement, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to help restore correct steering geometry. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and steering position before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. The part is built for direct replacement use on the listed Ford and Mercury applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52771308667061,"sku":"BKKY-544-576","price":38.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_544576_Bac.jpg?v=1783406667","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-544-576-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}