MAS Chassis TO86225 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer

OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End

The MAS Chassis TO86225 steering tie rod end is a direct replacement for the original equipment part on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It is built with a steel housing, coated finish, and a black exterior for dependable steering linkage service on front outer applications.

Compatible with 2005-2012 Ford Escape, 2006-2007 and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner, and 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute front outer positions, this tie rod end supports precise steering response and stable wheel control. The TO86225 is also a fitment-based replacement for vehicles with 14 mm thread requirements noted in the application data.

Key Features

• Direct replacement steering tie rod end for select OE applications
• Steel housing with coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• Black exterior finish
• Female-to-male end configuration
• Mounting hardware included
• No grease fitting included
• Application-specific fitment for front outer steering positions

Detailed Description

MAS Chassis TO86225 is engineered as a steering tie rod end replacement for the front outer position on select Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner models. The steel housing and coated finish support long-term service in steering and suspension use, while the OE-style design helps restore proper linkage geometry and steering feel. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES800846 and Delphi TA3011 for the same application. Use TO86225 when replacing a worn front outer tie rod end on 2005-2012 Ford Escape, 2006-2007 and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner, or 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute vehicles.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Loose or wandering steering feel
• Clunking or play in the front steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn tie rod end joints
• Steering response that no longer tracks accurately
• Front outer tie rod wear on high-mileage Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front outer application before installation. Check the inner thread specification and note the 2009 applications with 14 mm thread requirements or the 6/04/09 build-date note. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to confirm steering geometry and tire wear settings.

Quality Assurance

This steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-level evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation in service. MAS Chassis TO86225 is built for direct OE-style replacement on the listed applications and is backed by the brand’s steering component quality standards.