{"product_id":"dorman-sd96269rd-steering-damper-front","title":"Dorman SD96269RD Steering Damper - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman RD Steering Damper for Jeep\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD SD96269RD is a front steering damper built for severe-duty use on select Jeep applications. It is engineered for vehicles that see off-road work, towing, heavy hauling, and other demanding service, with a focus on long service life and stable steering control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RD, or Rugged Duty, product line is Dorman’s heavy-service chassis range. For Jeep Wrangler, Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee owners who need a direct steering damper replacement for front-end steering control, this line is aimed at high-dependability service where downtime is not an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront steering damper for select Jeep Wrangler, Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged Duty chassis component for severe-duty service conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil damping with single-tube internal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel cylinder and steel shaft with painted black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas charged and adjustable damping design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust shield included for added protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower and upper bushing mounts for specified front steering setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum damping force: 3765\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 312; extended length: 497; cylinder diameter: 51; shaft diameter: 15.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD SD96269RD is a standard replacement steering damper that helps restore front steering stability on 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler, 1994-2001 Jeep Cherokee, and 1994-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It is built for drivers who need a durable steering damper replacement for Jeep front steering systems used in off-road, towing, and heavy-use conditions. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS409123 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Steering Damper Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end steering shake or shimmy on Jeep Wrangler, Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering feedback after suspension or tire wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced steering damping from a worn or failed original damper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability during off-road driving, hauling, or towing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a direct replacement on specified front steering applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall this steering damper only on the confirmed front applications listed for 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler, 1994-2001 Jeep Cherokee, and 1994-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Verify mount style, compressed length, extended length, and shaft diameter before installation to confirm proper fitment. Inspect related steering and suspension components for wear, since a damaged tie rod, track bar, or steering linkage can affect damper performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD chassis parts are engineered for severe-duty service use, with the Rugged Duty line focused on dependable performance in demanding operating conditions. Part number SD96269RD is built as a standard replacement for specified Jeep front steering applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734138417333,"sku":"BKKY-SD96269RD","price":89.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_SD96269RD_Fro.jpg?v=1782283249","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-sd96269rd-steering-damper-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}