
Dorman 540-949 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Inner
Dorman 540-949 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 540-949 is a steering tie rod end for specific Ford and Mazda applications that require a direct OE-style replacement at the front left inner steering position. It is built with a steel housing and powder-coated black finish, and it includes a grease fitting for serviceable maintenance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for selected vehicles
- Fits front left inner steering positions on listed Ford and Mazda models
- Steel housing with black powder-coated finish
- Grease fitting included for routine lubrication
- Includes mounting hardware and package contents listed by the manufacturer
- Cross-reference part numbers include MOOG DS1177 and Delphi TA2222 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 540-949, is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on specific applications. It is listed for 1990-1997 Ford Ranger, 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, 1990 Ford Bronco II, 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, 1994-1997 Mazda B2300, 1994-1997 Mazda B3000, and 1994-1997 Mazda B4000 in the front left inner position. The steel housing, black finish, and serviceable grease fitting support steering system maintenance on vehicles that need an OE-style replacement tie rod end. If you are searching for a front left inner tie rod end for a Ford Ranger or Mazda B3000, Dorman 540-949 is a direct-fit option for the listed applications.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering linkage at the front left inner position
- Steering play caused by a deteriorated tie rod end
- Uneven steering response from worn front suspension steering components
- Noise or clunking from steering linkage wear
- Need for an OE-style replacement on Ford Ranger and Mazda truck/SUV applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front left inner position before installation. After replacement, inspect related steering and suspension components and perform a wheel alignment as required. Use the included castle nut and cotter pin during installation, and lubricate through the grease fitting according to service intervals.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built for direct replacement use on the listed Ford and Mazda applications, including 540-949 fitments such as Ford Ranger and Mazda B3000 front left inner steering positions.
Dorman 540-949 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Inner
Dorman 540-949 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 540-949 is a steering tie rod end for specific Ford and Mazda applications that require a direct OE-style replacement at the front left inner steering position. It is built with a steel housing and powder-coated black finish, and it includes a grease fitting for serviceable maintenance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for selected vehicles
- Fits front left inner steering positions on listed Ford and Mazda models
- Steel housing with black powder-coated finish
- Grease fitting included for routine lubrication
- Includes mounting hardware and package contents listed by the manufacturer
- Cross-reference part numbers include MOOG DS1177 and Delphi TA2222 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 540-949, is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on specific applications. It is listed for 1990-1997 Ford Ranger, 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, 1990 Ford Bronco II, 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, 1994-1997 Mazda B2300, 1994-1997 Mazda B3000, and 1994-1997 Mazda B4000 in the front left inner position. The steel housing, black finish, and serviceable grease fitting support steering system maintenance on vehicles that need an OE-style replacement tie rod end. If you are searching for a front left inner tie rod end for a Ford Ranger or Mazda B3000, Dorman 540-949 is a direct-fit option for the listed applications.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering linkage at the front left inner position
- Steering play caused by a deteriorated tie rod end
- Uneven steering response from worn front suspension steering components
- Noise or clunking from steering linkage wear
- Need for an OE-style replacement on Ford Ranger and Mazda truck/SUV applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front left inner position before installation. After replacement, inspect related steering and suspension components and perform a wheel alignment as required. Use the included castle nut and cotter pin during installation, and lubricate through the grease fitting according to service intervals.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built for direct replacement use on the listed Ford and Mazda applications, including 540-949 fitments such as Ford Ranger and Mazda B3000 front left inner steering positions.
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Dorman 540-949 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 540-949 is a steering tie rod end for specific Ford and Mazda applications that require a direct OE-style replacement at the front left inner steering position. It is built with a steel housing and powder-coated black finish, and it includes a grease fitting for serviceable maintenance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for selected vehicles
- Fits front left inner steering positions on listed Ford and Mazda models
- Steel housing with black powder-coated finish
- Grease fitting included for routine lubrication
- Includes mounting hardware and package contents listed by the manufacturer
- Cross-reference part numbers include MOOG DS1177 and Delphi TA2222 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 540-949, is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on specific applications. It is listed for 1990-1997 Ford Ranger, 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, 1990 Ford Bronco II, 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, 1994-1997 Mazda B2300, 1994-1997 Mazda B3000, and 1994-1997 Mazda B4000 in the front left inner position. The steel housing, black finish, and serviceable grease fitting support steering system maintenance on vehicles that need an OE-style replacement tie rod end. If you are searching for a front left inner tie rod end for a Ford Ranger or Mazda B3000, Dorman 540-949 is a direct-fit option for the listed applications.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering linkage at the front left inner position
- Steering play caused by a deteriorated tie rod end
- Uneven steering response from worn front suspension steering components
- Noise or clunking from steering linkage wear
- Need for an OE-style replacement on Ford Ranger and Mazda truck/SUV applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front left inner position before installation. After replacement, inspect related steering and suspension components and perform a wheel alignment as required. Use the included castle nut and cotter pin during installation, and lubricate through the grease fitting according to service intervals.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built for direct replacement use on the listed Ford and Mazda applications, including 540-949 fitments such as Ford Ranger and Mazda B3000 front left inner steering positions.












