Moog DS80748 Steering Center Link

MOOG DS80748 Steering Center Link

MOOG DS80748 is a premium steering center link built for direct replacement in select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It combines forged steel construction, greaseable service points, and a dust boot to support steering linkage performance and easier maintenance.

Key Features

• Forged steel construction for strength in steering service
• Greaseable design for routine lubrication
• Dust boot included to help protect internal components
• Premium grade replacement part
• Mounting hardware included
• 3 mounting holes for application-specific fitment
• End 1: male, 9/16-18 clockwise thread
• End 2: female
• Overall length: 25.39 in.

Detailed Description

This steering center link is engineered for vehicles that use a center link in the steering gear and related components system. MOOG DS80748 is a direct-fit steering center link for 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, 1995-2002 Lincoln Town Car, and 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. It is built from forged steel and includes a dust boot and greaseable service points to support long-term steering linkage service. This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 580-092 for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Loose or wandering steering feel
• Excessive play in the steering linkage
• Clunking or knocking from the front steering system
• Uneven steering response during lane changes
• Wear-related steering center link replacement on Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, or Mercury Grand Marquis

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread direction, thread size, and mounting-hole layout before installation. Inspect adjacent steering components, including tie rod ends and related linkage parts, for wear before replacing the center link. After installation, confirm steering wheel alignment and perform a professional alignment if the steering system has been disturbed.

Quality Assurance

MOOG is known for ongoing chassis design improvements that focus on longer service life and simpler replacement. DS80748 is a premium steering center link built to meet the demands of steering service in select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles.