Dorman TO92055RD Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer

Dorman RD Outer Tie Rod End for Heavy-Duty Steering

Restore precise steering response with this Dorman RD outer tie rod end, part number TO92055RD. It is built for severe-duty service on vehicles that face towing, hauling, off-road use, and other demanding conditions. This application also covers Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 front outer steering service, along with other listed GM truck and SUV fitments.

RD Rugged Duty Construction

Dorman RD, or Rugged Duty, is the brand line engineered for vehicles that need dependable steering and suspension performance under hard use. The tie rod bearing housing uses quenched and tempered steel with a protective coated finish for added corrosion resistance. The joint is pre-loaded with premium grease where applicable, and the grease boot design helps retain lubrication during service.

• Outer tie rod end for front outer steering applications
• Quenched and tempered steel housing
• Coated finish for improved corrosion resistance
• Grease fitting included
• Mounting hardware included
• Black finish
• Female end 1, male end 2
• Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3493T for the same application

Detailed Product Overview

Part number TO92055RD is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specified Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles. It is designed for front outer steering service on models such as the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, and 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade. The Dorman RD line focuses on durability in severe-duty environments, making it a practical choice when original steering components have worn, loosened, or corroded.

What This Part Helps Address

• Steering play or looseness at the front outer tie rod end
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage
• Noisy or unstable steering response over rough roads
• Corrosion-related failure in exposed steering components
• Replacement needs on towing, hauling, and off-road vehicles

Installation Notes and Fitment

Compatible with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, front outer; 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, front outer; 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, front outer; 2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV, front outer; 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT, front outer; 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, front outer; 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, front outer; 2000-2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, front outer; 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, front outer; 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, front outer; 2000-2006 GMC Yukon, front outer; 2000-2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500, front outer; 1999-2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, front outer; 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, front outer; 1999-2000 GMC Sierra 2500, front outer; and 2000 GMC Yukon XL 2500, front outer.

Before installation, verify steering linkage condition, inspect adjacent components for wear, and perform a professional alignment after replacement. Part number TO92055RD is intended for the listed front outer applications only.

Quality Assurance

Dorman RD steering and suspension components are engineered for severe-duty service and manufactured with corrosion-resistant materials and coatings to support long-term use in demanding conditions. Part number TO92055RD is built to replace failed original equipment on the specified vehicles.