Dorman 543-088 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Right Outer
Dorman 543-088 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-088 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford and Mercury applications. It is built for the front right outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation.
- Direct replacement tie rod end for OE-style fit and function
- Fits 1997-2000 Ford Contour, front right outer
- Fits 1997-2000 Mercury Mystique, front right outer
- Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, front right outer
- Steel housing with powder-coated finish
- Female and male end configuration
- No grease fitting included
- Mounting hardware included
Detailed Product Overview
This steering tie rod end is engineered for the front right outer steering position on the Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar. Dorman 543-088 replaces the original equipment tie rod end on listed vehicles and supports precise steering linkage operation where wear, looseness, or joint play can affect handling. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3471 for the same application.
Common Repair Symptoms
- Steering wheel play or delayed response
- Front-end clunking or looseness over bumps
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage
- Failed inspection due to excessive tie rod end movement
- Restoring front right outer steering control on Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, or Mercury Cougar
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front right outer position before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to set toe and confirm steering geometry. Inspect the adjacent steering components for wear so the new tie rod end is not installed into a worn linkage.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this replacement steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to confirm dependable operation and OE-style service fit. Part number 543-088 is built with a steel housing and powder-coated finish for durable service in steering applications.
Dorman 543-088 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Right Outer
Dorman 543-088 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-088 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford and Mercury applications. It is built for the front right outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation.
- Direct replacement tie rod end for OE-style fit and function
- Fits 1997-2000 Ford Contour, front right outer
- Fits 1997-2000 Mercury Mystique, front right outer
- Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, front right outer
- Steel housing with powder-coated finish
- Female and male end configuration
- No grease fitting included
- Mounting hardware included
Detailed Product Overview
This steering tie rod end is engineered for the front right outer steering position on the Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar. Dorman 543-088 replaces the original equipment tie rod end on listed vehicles and supports precise steering linkage operation where wear, looseness, or joint play can affect handling. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3471 for the same application.
Common Repair Symptoms
- Steering wheel play or delayed response
- Front-end clunking or looseness over bumps
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage
- Failed inspection due to excessive tie rod end movement
- Restoring front right outer steering control on Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, or Mercury Cougar
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front right outer position before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to set toe and confirm steering geometry. Inspect the adjacent steering components for wear so the new tie rod end is not installed into a worn linkage.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this replacement steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to confirm dependable operation and OE-style service fit. Part number 543-088 is built with a steel housing and powder-coated finish for durable service in steering applications.
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Dorman 543-088 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-088 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Ford and Mercury applications. It is built for the front right outer position and evaluated for smooth, safe steering operation.
- Direct replacement tie rod end for OE-style fit and function
- Fits 1997-2000 Ford Contour, front right outer
- Fits 1997-2000 Mercury Mystique, front right outer
- Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, front right outer
- Steel housing with powder-coated finish
- Female and male end configuration
- No grease fitting included
- Mounting hardware included
Detailed Product Overview
This steering tie rod end is engineered for the front right outer steering position on the Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar. Dorman 543-088 replaces the original equipment tie rod end on listed vehicles and supports precise steering linkage operation where wear, looseness, or joint play can affect handling. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3471 for the same application.
Common Repair Symptoms
- Steering wheel play or delayed response
- Front-end clunking or looseness over bumps
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering linkage
- Failed inspection due to excessive tie rod end movement
- Restoring front right outer steering control on Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, or Mercury Cougar
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front right outer position before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to set toe and confirm steering geometry. Inspect the adjacent steering components for wear so the new tie rod end is not installed into a worn linkage.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this replacement steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to confirm dependable operation and OE-style service fit. Part number 543-088 is built with a steel housing and powder-coated finish for durable service in steering applications.
