Mevotech TXMS86697 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer

Mevotech TTX Steering Tie Rod End TXMS86697

Mevotech TXMS86697 is a front outer steering tie rod end built for demanding daily use on passenger vehicles, SUVs, fleets, and working trucks. It is engineered with a pre-greased, greaseable design and a sintered metal bearing for durable steering performance on applications such as Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX models.

Key Features

• Pre-greased and greaseable for serviceable steering maintenance
• Sintered metal bearing material for self-lubricating operation
• Neoprene dust boot with green boot color for seal protection
• Male and female end configuration with threaded stud type
• Castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, dust boot, and mounting hardware included
• End 1 thread size: M12 - 1.25
• Mevotech TTX line for high-usage steering applications

Product Details

The TXMS86697 steering tie rod end is part of Mevotech’s TTX line, which focuses on durable steering and suspension components for vehicles that see frequent road use. Its sintered metal bearing and greaseable construction support consistent articulation, while the neoprene boot helps protect the joint from contamination. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as ES975265 and TO75265 for the same application.

Compatible With 2019-2025 Toyota RAV4, front outer; 2021-2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime, front outer; 2021-2024 Toyota Venza, front outer; 2022-2025 Lexus NX250, front outer; 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, front outer; 2022-2025 Lexus NX350h, front outer; and 2022-2025 Lexus NX450h+, front outer. The part number TXMS86697 is also a useful reference when verifying steering tie rod end fitment for these vehicles.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or imprecise steering feel at the front outer linkage
• Clunking or play from a worn tie rod end joint
• Boot damage that exposes the joint to dirt and moisture
• Grease loss that can accelerate steering component wear
• Service replacement needs on high-mileage Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX steering systems

Installation Notes

Install on the front outer steering position only. Verify thread size, end orientation, and vehicle application before assembly. The included castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, dust boot, and mounting hardware support a complete service replacement, and the greaseable design allows routine lubrication after installation. TXMS86697 should be matched to the confirmed fitment listed for the exact model and year.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech TTX parts are engineered for demanding service conditions and built with materials selected for durability and repeatable steering performance. TXMS86697 reflects that approach with a serviceable bearing design, protective boot sealing, and application-specific fitment for Toyota RAV4, Toyota Venza, and Lexus NX front outer steering service.