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Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner

Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner

Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End

Dorman 541-290 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on the listed vehicles and is built for smooth, safe steering response.

  • Direct replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment
  • Threaded design for the specified front inner steering applications
  • Powder-coated black steel housing for corrosion resistance
  • Polymer bearing material and polychloroprene dust boot
  • No grease fitting included
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV317 and Delphi TA2211 for the same application

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 1998-2004 Ford Ranger, front inner.
  • Fits 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, front inner.
  • Fits 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, front inner.
  • Fits 2001-2004 Mazda B2300, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2004 Mazda B3000, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2004 Mazda B4000, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, front inner.

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 541-290, is made for front inner steering service on the listed Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda B-Series trucks. The steel housing, powder-coated finish, polymer bearing, and polychloroprene dust boot support durable steering operation in demanding road conditions. The threaded design matches the specified OE-style application, and the part has undergone an evaluation process focused on smooth, safe operation. Dorman 541-290 is a practical replacement when servicing worn steering linkage on 1998-2004 Ford Ranger and related Mazda and Mercury platforms.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Excessive steering play from a worn front inner tie rod end
  • Clunking or looseness in the steering linkage
  • Uneven tire wear caused by steering component wear
  • Imprecise steering response during lane changes or turns
  • Boot damage that exposes the joint to contamination

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s steering position before ordering, since this part is for front inner applications only. Inspect related steering components, alignment settings, and fasteners during replacement. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore proper steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.

Quality Assurance

This replacement tie rod end is evaluated to support smooth, safe operation in the specified applications. It is built as a direct OE-style replacement for the listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.

$13.88

Original: $39.66

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Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner—

$39.66

$13.88

Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner

Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End

Dorman 541-290 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on the listed vehicles and is built for smooth, safe steering response.

  • Direct replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment
  • Threaded design for the specified front inner steering applications
  • Powder-coated black steel housing for corrosion resistance
  • Polymer bearing material and polychloroprene dust boot
  • No grease fitting included
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV317 and Delphi TA2211 for the same application

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 1998-2004 Ford Ranger, front inner.
  • Fits 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, front inner.
  • Fits 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, front inner.
  • Fits 2001-2004 Mazda B2300, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2004 Mazda B3000, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2004 Mazda B4000, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, front inner.

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 541-290, is made for front inner steering service on the listed Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda B-Series trucks. The steel housing, powder-coated finish, polymer bearing, and polychloroprene dust boot support durable steering operation in demanding road conditions. The threaded design matches the specified OE-style application, and the part has undergone an evaluation process focused on smooth, safe operation. Dorman 541-290 is a practical replacement when servicing worn steering linkage on 1998-2004 Ford Ranger and related Mazda and Mercury platforms.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Excessive steering play from a worn front inner tie rod end
  • Clunking or looseness in the steering linkage
  • Uneven tire wear caused by steering component wear
  • Imprecise steering response during lane changes or turns
  • Boot damage that exposes the joint to contamination

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s steering position before ordering, since this part is for front inner applications only. Inspect related steering components, alignment settings, and fasteners during replacement. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore proper steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.

Quality Assurance

This replacement tie rod end is evaluated to support smooth, safe operation in the specified applications. It is built as a direct OE-style replacement for the listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.

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Dorman 541-290 Steering Tie Rod End

Dorman 541-290 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on the listed vehicles and is built for smooth, safe steering response.

  • Direct replacement steering tie rod end for OE-style fitment
  • Threaded design for the specified front inner steering applications
  • Powder-coated black steel housing for corrosion resistance
  • Polymer bearing material and polychloroprene dust boot
  • No grease fitting included
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV317 and Delphi TA2211 for the same application

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 1998-2004 Ford Ranger, front inner.
  • Fits 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, front inner.
  • Fits 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, front inner.
  • Fits 2001-2004 Mazda B2300, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2004 Mazda B3000, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2004 Mazda B4000, front inner.
  • Fits 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, front inner.

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 541-290, is made for front inner steering service on the listed Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda B-Series trucks. The steel housing, powder-coated finish, polymer bearing, and polychloroprene dust boot support durable steering operation in demanding road conditions. The threaded design matches the specified OE-style application, and the part has undergone an evaluation process focused on smooth, safe operation. Dorman 541-290 is a practical replacement when servicing worn steering linkage on 1998-2004 Ford Ranger and related Mazda and Mercury platforms.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Excessive steering play from a worn front inner tie rod end
  • Clunking or looseness in the steering linkage
  • Uneven tire wear caused by steering component wear
  • Imprecise steering response during lane changes or turns
  • Boot damage that exposes the joint to contamination

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s steering position before ordering, since this part is for front inner applications only. Inspect related steering components, alignment settings, and fasteners during replacement. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore proper steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.

Quality Assurance

This replacement tie rod end is evaluated to support smooth, safe operation in the specified applications. It is built as a direct OE-style replacement for the listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.

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