Dorman 540-983 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Outer
Dorman 540-983 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 540-983 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford truck applications. It is built for the front left outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation in service.
Key Features
- Direct replacement tie rod end for selected Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications
- Fits the front left outer steering position
- Steel housing with gray phosphate color and powder-coated finish
- Grease fitting included for serviceable lubrication
- Mounting hardware included
- Cross-references MOOG DS794 and Delphi TA2229 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 540-983, is made for specific Ford steering systems that require a front left outer replacement. It is a direct OE-style replacement for 1971-1979 Ford F-250 and 1971-1979 Ford F-350 applications listed below, including 1971-1972 Ford F-250 with rear wheel drive and 1975-1979 Ford F-250 with dual piston caliper notes. The steel housing, powder-coated finish, and included grease fitting support routine steering service and long-term fitment consistency.
Compatible With 1971-1979 Ford F-350, front left outer; 1971-1972 Ford F-250, front left outer; 1973-1974 Ford F-250, front left outer; and 1975-1979 Ford F-250, front left outer with dual piston caliper. This part number 540-983 is also referenced by aftermarket listings for the same steering repair applications on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 trucks.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering response at the front left outer tie rod location
- Steering play caused by a damaged tie rod end joint
- Clunking or knocking from worn steering linkage components
- Uneven front-end steering feel during turning or lane changes
- Need for a direct replacement during steering linkage service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and steering configuration before installation. This tie rod end is listed for the front left outer position only, so match the application notes carefully, including rear wheel drive and dual piston caliper references where shown. After installation, have the steering linkage inspected and the alignment checked to confirm proper toe setting and steering wheel centering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on the listed Ford applications.
Original: $70.99
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$24.85Dorman 540-983 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Left Outer
Dorman 540-983 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 540-983 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford truck applications. It is built for the front left outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation in service.
Key Features
- Direct replacement tie rod end for selected Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications
- Fits the front left outer steering position
- Steel housing with gray phosphate color and powder-coated finish
- Grease fitting included for serviceable lubrication
- Mounting hardware included
- Cross-references MOOG DS794 and Delphi TA2229 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 540-983, is made for specific Ford steering systems that require a front left outer replacement. It is a direct OE-style replacement for 1971-1979 Ford F-250 and 1971-1979 Ford F-350 applications listed below, including 1971-1972 Ford F-250 with rear wheel drive and 1975-1979 Ford F-250 with dual piston caliper notes. The steel housing, powder-coated finish, and included grease fitting support routine steering service and long-term fitment consistency.
Compatible With 1971-1979 Ford F-350, front left outer; 1971-1972 Ford F-250, front left outer; 1973-1974 Ford F-250, front left outer; and 1975-1979 Ford F-250, front left outer with dual piston caliper. This part number 540-983 is also referenced by aftermarket listings for the same steering repair applications on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 trucks.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering response at the front left outer tie rod location
- Steering play caused by a damaged tie rod end joint
- Clunking or knocking from worn steering linkage components
- Uneven front-end steering feel during turning or lane changes
- Need for a direct replacement during steering linkage service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and steering configuration before installation. This tie rod end is listed for the front left outer position only, so match the application notes carefully, including rear wheel drive and dual piston caliper references where shown. After installation, have the steering linkage inspected and the alignment checked to confirm proper toe setting and steering wheel centering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on the listed Ford applications.
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Dorman 540-983 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 540-983 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford truck applications. It is built for the front left outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation in service.
Key Features
- Direct replacement tie rod end for selected Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 applications
- Fits the front left outer steering position
- Steel housing with gray phosphate color and powder-coated finish
- Grease fitting included for serviceable lubrication
- Mounting hardware included
- Cross-references MOOG DS794 and Delphi TA2229 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 540-983, is made for specific Ford steering systems that require a front left outer replacement. It is a direct OE-style replacement for 1971-1979 Ford F-250 and 1971-1979 Ford F-350 applications listed below, including 1971-1972 Ford F-250 with rear wheel drive and 1975-1979 Ford F-250 with dual piston caliper notes. The steel housing, powder-coated finish, and included grease fitting support routine steering service and long-term fitment consistency.
Compatible With 1971-1979 Ford F-350, front left outer; 1971-1972 Ford F-250, front left outer; 1973-1974 Ford F-250, front left outer; and 1975-1979 Ford F-250, front left outer with dual piston caliper. This part number 540-983 is also referenced by aftermarket listings for the same steering repair applications on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 trucks.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering response at the front left outer tie rod location
- Steering play caused by a damaged tie rod end joint
- Clunking or knocking from worn steering linkage components
- Uneven front-end steering feel during turning or lane changes
- Need for a direct replacement during steering linkage service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and steering configuration before installation. This tie rod end is listed for the front left outer position only, so match the application notes carefully, including rear wheel drive and dual piston caliper references where shown. After installation, have the steering linkage inspected and the alignment checked to confirm proper toe setting and steering wheel centering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment tie rod end on the listed Ford applications.
