Dorman 542-870 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer
Dorman 542-870 Front Outer Tie Rod End
Dorman 542-870 is a threaded steering tie rod end made for specific front outer applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on select Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles, including Astro, Safari, Caprice, and Fleetwood models.
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for front outer use
- Threaded design with female and male end configurations
- Steel housing with polymer bearing material
- Powder-coated silver finish for added surface protection
- Includes grease fitting, cotter pin, castle nut, and mounting hardware
- Fits select 1977-2005 GM full-size and van applications
Fitment and Application Details
This steering tie rod end is built for front outer steering service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Astro, GMC Safari, Chevrolet Caprice, Buick Roadmaster, and Cadillac Fleetwood. Part number 542-870 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs under cross-reference numbers such as Delphi TA2131 and MOOG ES2019RLT for the same application.
Compatible With 1985-2005 Chevrolet Astro, front outer; 1985-2005 GMC Safari, front outer; 1991-1996 Buick Roadmaster, front outer; 1993-1996 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, front outer; 1993-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, front outer; 1977-1986 Cadillac Fleetwood, front outer; 1977-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, front outer; 1994-1996 Chevrolet Impala, front outer; 1977-1985 Chevrolet Impala, front outer; 1987-1992 Cadillac Brougham, front outer; 1977-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, front outer; 1988-1990 Buick LeSabre, front outer; 1977-1986 Buick LeSabre, front outer; 1987-1989 Pontiac Safari, front outer; 1977-1986 Pontiac Parisienne, front outer; 1977-1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88, front outer; 1977-1984 Cadillac DeVille, front outer; 1977-1984 Oldsmobile 98, front outer; 1981 Chevrolet Bel Air, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Bonneville, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Catalina, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Laurentian, front outer.
What This Part Helps Correct
- Loose or imprecise steering feel at the front wheels
- Clunking or play from a worn outer tie rod end
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear
- Steering wheel wander or poor directional stability
- Failed inspection due to steering component wear
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front outer position before installation. The threaded design and included grease fitting support standard steering linkage service procedures. After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore correct toe settings and steering response.
Quality Assurance
This Dorman steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. Its direct-replacement design follows OE-style fitment for the listed applications and supports dependable steering system repair.
Original: $38.15
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$13.35Dorman 542-870 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer
Dorman 542-870 Front Outer Tie Rod End
Dorman 542-870 is a threaded steering tie rod end made for specific front outer applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on select Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles, including Astro, Safari, Caprice, and Fleetwood models.
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for front outer use
- Threaded design with female and male end configurations
- Steel housing with polymer bearing material
- Powder-coated silver finish for added surface protection
- Includes grease fitting, cotter pin, castle nut, and mounting hardware
- Fits select 1977-2005 GM full-size and van applications
Fitment and Application Details
This steering tie rod end is built for front outer steering service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Astro, GMC Safari, Chevrolet Caprice, Buick Roadmaster, and Cadillac Fleetwood. Part number 542-870 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs under cross-reference numbers such as Delphi TA2131 and MOOG ES2019RLT for the same application.
Compatible With 1985-2005 Chevrolet Astro, front outer; 1985-2005 GMC Safari, front outer; 1991-1996 Buick Roadmaster, front outer; 1993-1996 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, front outer; 1993-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, front outer; 1977-1986 Cadillac Fleetwood, front outer; 1977-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, front outer; 1994-1996 Chevrolet Impala, front outer; 1977-1985 Chevrolet Impala, front outer; 1987-1992 Cadillac Brougham, front outer; 1977-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, front outer; 1988-1990 Buick LeSabre, front outer; 1977-1986 Buick LeSabre, front outer; 1987-1989 Pontiac Safari, front outer; 1977-1986 Pontiac Parisienne, front outer; 1977-1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88, front outer; 1977-1984 Cadillac DeVille, front outer; 1977-1984 Oldsmobile 98, front outer; 1981 Chevrolet Bel Air, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Bonneville, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Catalina, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Laurentian, front outer.
What This Part Helps Correct
- Loose or imprecise steering feel at the front wheels
- Clunking or play from a worn outer tie rod end
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear
- Steering wheel wander or poor directional stability
- Failed inspection due to steering component wear
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front outer position before installation. The threaded design and included grease fitting support standard steering linkage service procedures. After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore correct toe settings and steering response.
Quality Assurance
This Dorman steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. Its direct-replacement design follows OE-style fitment for the listed applications and supports dependable steering system repair.
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Dorman 542-870 Front Outer Tie Rod End
Dorman 542-870 is a threaded steering tie rod end made for specific front outer applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on select Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles, including Astro, Safari, Caprice, and Fleetwood models.
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for front outer use
- Threaded design with female and male end configurations
- Steel housing with polymer bearing material
- Powder-coated silver finish for added surface protection
- Includes grease fitting, cotter pin, castle nut, and mounting hardware
- Fits select 1977-2005 GM full-size and van applications
Fitment and Application Details
This steering tie rod end is built for front outer steering service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Astro, GMC Safari, Chevrolet Caprice, Buick Roadmaster, and Cadillac Fleetwood. Part number 542-870 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs under cross-reference numbers such as Delphi TA2131 and MOOG ES2019RLT for the same application.
Compatible With 1985-2005 Chevrolet Astro, front outer; 1985-2005 GMC Safari, front outer; 1991-1996 Buick Roadmaster, front outer; 1993-1996 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, front outer; 1993-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, front outer; 1977-1986 Cadillac Fleetwood, front outer; 1977-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, front outer; 1994-1996 Chevrolet Impala, front outer; 1977-1985 Chevrolet Impala, front outer; 1987-1992 Cadillac Brougham, front outer; 1977-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, front outer; 1988-1990 Buick LeSabre, front outer; 1977-1986 Buick LeSabre, front outer; 1987-1989 Pontiac Safari, front outer; 1977-1986 Pontiac Parisienne, front outer; 1977-1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88, front outer; 1977-1984 Cadillac DeVille, front outer; 1977-1984 Oldsmobile 98, front outer; 1981 Chevrolet Bel Air, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Bonneville, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Catalina, front outer; 1977-1981 Pontiac Laurentian, front outer.
What This Part Helps Correct
- Loose or imprecise steering feel at the front wheels
- Clunking or play from a worn outer tie rod end
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear
- Steering wheel wander or poor directional stability
- Failed inspection due to steering component wear
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front outer position before installation. The threaded design and included grease fitting support standard steering linkage service procedures. After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment to restore correct toe settings and steering response.
Quality Assurance
This Dorman steering tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. Its direct-replacement design follows OE-style fitment for the listed applications and supports dependable steering system repair.
