Dorman 540-973 Steering Center Link
Dorman 540-973 Steering Center Link
Dorman 540-973 is a replacement steering center link for select Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the fit and function of the original center link on the listed applications, including Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-250, and Ford F-150 Heritage.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a black E-coated finish
- Standard replacement grade for OE-style steering service
- Threaded end attachment on both sides
- Mounting hole quantity: 2
- Length: 880 mm; shaft diameter: 27 mm
- End attachment size: 15 mm / 17.9 mm
- Grease fitting not included
- Mounting hardware not included
Detailed Description
This steering center link is built for direct replacement on specific steering systems where the original part has worn, bent, or developed excess play. The steel body and E-coated black finish help provide durable service in demanding front-end steering applications. Dorman 540-973 is a fitment-based replacement for 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, 1997-1999 Ford F-250, and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products DS1426 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Loose or vague steering feel
- Steering wheel wander or poor tracking
- Clunking or play in the steering linkage
- Wear-related front-end steering instability
- Replacement needs after center link damage or corrosion
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, and model before installation. This part uses threaded end attachments and is intended for the listed steering applications only. Inspect related steering linkage components, tie rod ends, and alignment settings during service to help restore proper steering response. Confirm the original center link dimensions and attachment style match the specifications for Dorman 540-973 before installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman tests this replacement steering center link to match original fit and function on the specified vehicles. The steel construction and standard replacement design support consistent steering system service on Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-250, and Ford F-150 Heritage applications.
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$21.41Dorman 540-973 Steering Center Link
Dorman 540-973 Steering Center Link
Dorman 540-973 is a replacement steering center link for select Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the fit and function of the original center link on the listed applications, including Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-250, and Ford F-150 Heritage.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a black E-coated finish
- Standard replacement grade for OE-style steering service
- Threaded end attachment on both sides
- Mounting hole quantity: 2
- Length: 880 mm; shaft diameter: 27 mm
- End attachment size: 15 mm / 17.9 mm
- Grease fitting not included
- Mounting hardware not included
Detailed Description
This steering center link is built for direct replacement on specific steering systems where the original part has worn, bent, or developed excess play. The steel body and E-coated black finish help provide durable service in demanding front-end steering applications. Dorman 540-973 is a fitment-based replacement for 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, 1997-1999 Ford F-250, and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products DS1426 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Loose or vague steering feel
- Steering wheel wander or poor tracking
- Clunking or play in the steering linkage
- Wear-related front-end steering instability
- Replacement needs after center link damage or corrosion
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, and model before installation. This part uses threaded end attachments and is intended for the listed steering applications only. Inspect related steering linkage components, tie rod ends, and alignment settings during service to help restore proper steering response. Confirm the original center link dimensions and attachment style match the specifications for Dorman 540-973 before installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman tests this replacement steering center link to match original fit and function on the specified vehicles. The steel construction and standard replacement design support consistent steering system service on Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-250, and Ford F-150 Heritage applications.
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Dorman 540-973 Steering Center Link
Dorman 540-973 is a replacement steering center link for select Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the fit and function of the original center link on the listed applications, including Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-250, and Ford F-150 Heritage.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a black E-coated finish
- Standard replacement grade for OE-style steering service
- Threaded end attachment on both sides
- Mounting hole quantity: 2
- Length: 880 mm; shaft diameter: 27 mm
- End attachment size: 15 mm / 17.9 mm
- Grease fitting not included
- Mounting hardware not included
Detailed Description
This steering center link is built for direct replacement on specific steering systems where the original part has worn, bent, or developed excess play. The steel body and E-coated black finish help provide durable service in demanding front-end steering applications. Dorman 540-973 is a fitment-based replacement for 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, 1997-1999 Ford F-250, and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products DS1426 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Loose or vague steering feel
- Steering wheel wander or poor tracking
- Clunking or play in the steering linkage
- Wear-related front-end steering instability
- Replacement needs after center link damage or corrosion
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, and model before installation. This part uses threaded end attachments and is intended for the listed steering applications only. Inspect related steering linkage components, tie rod ends, and alignment settings during service to help restore proper steering response. Confirm the original center link dimensions and attachment style match the specifications for Dorman 540-973 before installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman tests this replacement steering center link to match original fit and function on the specified vehicles. The steel construction and standard replacement design support consistent steering system service on Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-250, and Ford F-150 Heritage applications.
