MAS Chassis TO85435 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer

OE-Style Front Outer Tie Rod End

MAS Chassis TO85435 is a steering tie rod end made for direct replacement on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is built with a steel housing, coated finish, and factory-style female-to-male ends to support smooth steering response and stable front-end operation.

Fits 2005-2019 Ford Taurus, front outer; fits 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT, front outer; and fits 2009-2016 Lincoln MKS, front outer. This MAS Chassis tie rod end also covers Ford Flex, Taurus X, Five Hundred, Freestyle, Mercury Sable, and Mercury Montego front outer applications.

Key Features

• Direct replacement steering tie rod end for select front outer applications
• Steel housing with coated silver finish for added corrosion resistance
• Female end 1 and male end 2 configuration
• Mounting hardware included
• No grease fitting included for a maintenance-free design
• Parallels OE-style fitment for Ford Taurus and related platform vehicles

Detailed Product Overview

MAS Chassis TO85435 is engineered to replace the original equipment tie rod end on specific steering systems where front outer service is required. The 105.5 length, steel construction, and coated finish support a precise fit and durable service life in everyday driving conditions. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES800222 and Delphi TA5077 for the same application. If you are servicing a Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKT, or Lincoln MKS front outer steering connection, TO85435 provides a direct-fit replacement option that aligns with the original vehicle design.

Common Steering Issues This Part Can Address

• Excessive steering play at the front outer linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
• Clunking or looseness during turns or lane changes
• Imprecise steering feel from a worn tie rod end
• Front-end alignment instability after component wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Install TO85435 on the front outer steering position only for the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. Always inspect the adjacent steering and suspension components, then perform a professional wheel alignment after replacement. Verify thread engagement and torque the supplied nut to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications during installation.

Quality Assurance

This steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to verify smooth, safe operation. MAS Chassis TO85435 is built as an OE-style replacement for consistent steering performance on the listed applications.