Suspensia X15TE0129 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer

Suspensia X15TE0129 Steering Tie Rod End

The Suspensia X15TE0129 steering tie rod end is a greaseable front outer steering component for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It is built in Turkey in IATF16949 certified factories and backed by Suspensia’s OE-focused manufacturing background through ISC Industries.

Use this part when you need a direct replacement for worn steering linkage on a Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, or Mercury Mountaineer. The greaseable design supports serviceable maintenance, and the OE-style application coverage makes it a practical choice for front outer steering repair.

Key Features

• Greaseable design for routine lubrication service
• Front outer steering tie rod end application
• Manufactured in Turkey in IATF16949 certified factories
• Produced by Suspensia, part of ISC Industries’ suspension and lift support manufacturing network
• OE-focused construction for select Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, and Mercury Mountaineer fitments
• Part number X15TE0129 for catalog and cross-reference lookup

Detailed Description

The Suspensia X15TE0129 is a steering tie rod end used at the front outer position on 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, 1998-2003 Ford Explorer, and 1998-2003 Mercury Mountaineer applications. It is a greaseable service part, which helps support maintenance of the steering linkage over time. Suspensia is manufactured in Turkey and supplied through ISC Industries, whose production serves OE Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers across global vehicle programs. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3461 and Dorman - Premium TO86425XL for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Loose or vague steering feel at the front end
• Steering wheel play caused by worn tie rod end joints
• Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
• Clunking or knocking from the front outer steering area
• Failed inspection due to steering component looseness

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, front outer. Fits 1998-2003 Ford Explorer, front outer. Fits 1998-2003 Mercury Mountaineer, front outer. Verify the front outer steering position before installation and inspect related steering and suspension components for wear at the same time. After replacement, a professional alignment is recommended to restore proper steering geometry.

Quality Assurance

Suspensia parts are manufactured in IATF16949 certified factories in Turkey, with production aligned to OE supplier standards used by major global automotive programs. The X15TE0129 part number helps confirm the correct steering tie rod end for the listed Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.