
Dorman 541-405 Steering Pitman Arm
Dorman 541-405 Steering Pitman Arm
The Dorman 541-405 steering pitman arm is a direct replacement for specific Dodge Ram heavy-duty applications. Built from steel with a coated black finish, it is precision-engineered and tested to restore steering linkage function on 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500 models.
Key Features
- Steel construction for strength in steering service
- Black coated finish for added surface protection
- 32-spline steering shaft connection
- Tapered center link end with 14 mm attachment diameter and 1.5 mm pitch
- Includes castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, and mounting hardware
- Direct replacement for select Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering pitman arm, part number 541-405, is engineered for the steering gear and related components on select Dodge Ram trucks. It uses a 32-spline steering shaft interface and a tapered center link end to match the original steering geometry on the listed applications. The steel body, coated finish, and included grease fitting support dependable service in demanding truck use. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7238 for the same application.
Compatible With 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, 8,800 Lb. GVW. Compatible With 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, w/Independent Front Suspension. The Dorman 541-405 is a practical OE-style steering pitman arm replacement for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks that need restored steering linkage connection and proper pitman arm engagement.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive steering play from a worn pitman arm
- Loose or inconsistent steering response
- Steering linkage wear at the center link connection
- Noise or movement from a damaged spline interface
- Corrosion-related deterioration of the original steering arm
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and center link attachment dimensions before installation. Use the included castle nut, cotter pin, and grease fitting during service, and inspect the steering linkage, idler arm, and related components for wear at the same time. Proper alignment should be checked after replacement to confirm steering wheel centering and road feel.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this steering pitman arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested as a replacement for the original part on specific vehicles. Part number 541-405 is built to meet the fitment and dimensional requirements of the listed Dodge Ram applications.
Dorman 541-405 Steering Pitman Arm
Dorman 541-405 Steering Pitman Arm
The Dorman 541-405 steering pitman arm is a direct replacement for specific Dodge Ram heavy-duty applications. Built from steel with a coated black finish, it is precision-engineered and tested to restore steering linkage function on 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500 models.
Key Features
- Steel construction for strength in steering service
- Black coated finish for added surface protection
- 32-spline steering shaft connection
- Tapered center link end with 14 mm attachment diameter and 1.5 mm pitch
- Includes castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, and mounting hardware
- Direct replacement for select Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering pitman arm, part number 541-405, is engineered for the steering gear and related components on select Dodge Ram trucks. It uses a 32-spline steering shaft interface and a tapered center link end to match the original steering geometry on the listed applications. The steel body, coated finish, and included grease fitting support dependable service in demanding truck use. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7238 for the same application.
Compatible With 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, 8,800 Lb. GVW. Compatible With 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, w/Independent Front Suspension. The Dorman 541-405 is a practical OE-style steering pitman arm replacement for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks that need restored steering linkage connection and proper pitman arm engagement.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive steering play from a worn pitman arm
- Loose or inconsistent steering response
- Steering linkage wear at the center link connection
- Noise or movement from a damaged spline interface
- Corrosion-related deterioration of the original steering arm
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and center link attachment dimensions before installation. Use the included castle nut, cotter pin, and grease fitting during service, and inspect the steering linkage, idler arm, and related components for wear at the same time. Proper alignment should be checked after replacement to confirm steering wheel centering and road feel.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this steering pitman arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested as a replacement for the original part on specific vehicles. Part number 541-405 is built to meet the fitment and dimensional requirements of the listed Dodge Ram applications.
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Dorman 541-405 Steering Pitman Arm
The Dorman 541-405 steering pitman arm is a direct replacement for specific Dodge Ram heavy-duty applications. Built from steel with a coated black finish, it is precision-engineered and tested to restore steering linkage function on 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500 models.
Key Features
- Steel construction for strength in steering service
- Black coated finish for added surface protection
- 32-spline steering shaft connection
- Tapered center link end with 14 mm attachment diameter and 1.5 mm pitch
- Includes castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, and mounting hardware
- Direct replacement for select Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering pitman arm, part number 541-405, is engineered for the steering gear and related components on select Dodge Ram trucks. It uses a 32-spline steering shaft interface and a tapered center link end to match the original steering geometry on the listed applications. The steel body, coated finish, and included grease fitting support dependable service in demanding truck use. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7238 for the same application.
Compatible With 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, 8,800 Lb. GVW. Compatible With 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, w/Independent Front Suspension. The Dorman 541-405 is a practical OE-style steering pitman arm replacement for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks that need restored steering linkage connection and proper pitman arm engagement.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive steering play from a worn pitman arm
- Loose or inconsistent steering response
- Steering linkage wear at the center link connection
- Noise or movement from a damaged spline interface
- Corrosion-related deterioration of the original steering arm
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and center link attachment dimensions before installation. Use the included castle nut, cotter pin, and grease fitting during service, and inspect the steering linkage, idler arm, and related components for wear at the same time. Proper alignment should be checked after replacement to confirm steering wheel centering and road feel.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this steering pitman arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested as a replacement for the original part on specific vehicles. Part number 541-405 is built to meet the fitment and dimensional requirements of the listed Dodge Ram applications.












