{"product_id":"dorman-544-617-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","title":"Dorman 544-617 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Steering Tie Rod End\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 544-617 steering tie rod end is a direct replacement for the original equipment part on select Chevrolet Cruze and Chevrolet Volt models. Built for the front left outer position, it supports precise steering response and smooth operation in everyday driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this OE-style steering tie rod end when servicing steering wear on 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volt applications. The Dorman 544-617 is built with a steel housing, powder-coated black finish, pre-greased construction, and a dust boot to help protect the joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement steering tie rod end for specific vehicle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze, front left outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volt, front left outer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel housing with powder-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design for ready-to-install service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help shield the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade with non-adjustable construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale and male end configuration with taper stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClockwise thread direction on both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 544-617 is engineered as a direct OE replacement steering tie rod end for the front left outer position on the Chevrolet Cruze and Chevrolet Volt. It uses a steel tie rod body, polymer bearing material, and polychloroprene dust boot material to support durable steering service. The part is pre-greased and includes mounting hardware, making it a practical replacement for worn steering linkage components on 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volt models. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES801323 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel\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 vibration from degraded joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContamination-related joint wear from a damaged dust boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front left outer position before installation. The Dorman 544-617 uses a straight design with 18 mm and 10 mm thread diameters and M1.25 thread pitch on both ends, so confirm thread match during service. After installation, perform a wheel alignment to restore proper steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built as a standard replacement part for specific Chevrolet Cruze and Chevrolet Volt steering applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52771343990965,"sku":"BKKY-544-617","price":41.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_544617_Fro.jpg?v=1783406909","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-544-617-steering-tie-rod-end-front-left-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}