Dorman 543-194 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front Right

Dorman 543-194 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly

Dorman 543-194 is a steering tie rod end assembly engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific BMW applications. It is built with a steel body, black finish, and adjustable design to help restore steering linkage function on front right applications.

Key Features

• Precision-engineered steering tie rod end assembly for OE-style replacement
• Steel construction for strength in steering service
• Adjustable design for proper steering linkage setup
• 14 mm tie rod end thread diameter with M1.5 thread pitch
• Front right position fitment on select BMW models
• No grease fitting included and no castle nut included

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering tie rod end assembly, part number 543-194, is made for select BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1, and Z4 vehicles, including BMW 325i, 328i, 335i, and Z4 front right applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment steering component, helping maintain accurate steering response and linkage integrity. This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-5554 and Delphi TL2024 for the same application.

Compatible With 2009-2016 BMW Z4, front right; 2013-2015 BMW X1, front right; 2009-2013 BMW 125i, front right; 2008-2013 BMW 128i, front right; 2008-2013 BMW 135i, front right; 2013 BMW 135is, front right; 2006-2013 BMW 325i, front right; 2007-2013 BMW 328i, front right; 2007-2013 BMW 335i, front right; 2011-2013 BMW 335is, front right; 2005-2012 BMW 120i, front right, ZF Rack and Pinion; 2006-2011 BMW 323i, front right; 2009-2011 BMW 335d, front right; 2006-2010 BMW 130i, front right; 2006-2007 BMW 330i, front right.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel
• Uneven front-end steering response
• Wear in the steering linkage at the front right corner
• Need for OE-style replacement on BMW steering systems
• Steering geometry correction after tie rod end wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread diameter, thread pitch, and front right position before installation. Because this assembly is adjustable, a professional alignment is recommended after replacement to set steering geometry correctly. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for BMW 120i models with ZF rack and pinion steering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable replacement performance on the listed vehicles. The part is built to match the original equipment application requirements for select BMW steering systems.