Dorman 543-243 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front Left
Dorman 543-243 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly
The Dorman 543-243 steering tie rod end assembly is a threaded front left replacement built for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment function on vehicles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3.
Key Features
- Threaded steering tie rod end assembly for front left applications
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Black finish
- Dust boot made from polychloroprene
- No grease fitting included
- No castle nut included
- Non-adjustable design
- Tie rod end thread diameters: M12 and M16 with 1.5 thread pitch
- Length: 330 mm
Detailed Description
Dorman 543-243 is a steering tie rod end assembly designed as a direct replacement for select Volkswagen and Audi front left steering applications. It uses a threaded, non-adjustable design with steel construction and a polychloroprene dust boot to help maintain steering linkage integrity. This part number, 543-243, is listed for 1998-2011 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2007 Volkswagen Golf, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, 2011-2015 Volkswagen Clasico, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1998-2005 Audi A3 front left applications, with VIN-specific notes on certain A3 and Beetle models.
This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MES3709A and Delphi TL523 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering linkage at the front left wheel
- Steering play or delayed steering response
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn tie rod end components
- Noisy or unstable steering feel during turning
- Replacement needs after inspection of the outer steering linkage
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, model, and VIN notes before ordering, especially for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle and 2003-2005 Audi A3 applications. This front left tie rod end assembly uses M12 and M16 thread diameters with a 1.5 pitch, so confirm the steering linkage specification before installation. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement to restore steering geometry.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The Dorman 543-243 is built to meet the demands of the original steering application on compatible Volkswagen and Audi models.
Original: $90.70
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$31.74Dorman 543-243 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly - Front Left
Dorman 543-243 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly
The Dorman 543-243 steering tie rod end assembly is a threaded front left replacement built for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment function on vehicles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3.
Key Features
- Threaded steering tie rod end assembly for front left applications
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Black finish
- Dust boot made from polychloroprene
- No grease fitting included
- No castle nut included
- Non-adjustable design
- Tie rod end thread diameters: M12 and M16 with 1.5 thread pitch
- Length: 330 mm
Detailed Description
Dorman 543-243 is a steering tie rod end assembly designed as a direct replacement for select Volkswagen and Audi front left steering applications. It uses a threaded, non-adjustable design with steel construction and a polychloroprene dust boot to help maintain steering linkage integrity. This part number, 543-243, is listed for 1998-2011 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2007 Volkswagen Golf, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, 2011-2015 Volkswagen Clasico, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1998-2005 Audi A3 front left applications, with VIN-specific notes on certain A3 and Beetle models.
This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MES3709A and Delphi TL523 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering linkage at the front left wheel
- Steering play or delayed steering response
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn tie rod end components
- Noisy or unstable steering feel during turning
- Replacement needs after inspection of the outer steering linkage
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, model, and VIN notes before ordering, especially for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle and 2003-2005 Audi A3 applications. This front left tie rod end assembly uses M12 and M16 thread diameters with a 1.5 pitch, so confirm the steering linkage specification before installation. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement to restore steering geometry.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The Dorman 543-243 is built to meet the demands of the original steering application on compatible Volkswagen and Audi models.
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Dorman 543-243 Steering Tie Rod End Assembly
The Dorman 543-243 steering tie rod end assembly is a threaded front left replacement built for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment function on vehicles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3.
Key Features
- Threaded steering tie rod end assembly for front left applications
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Black finish
- Dust boot made from polychloroprene
- No grease fitting included
- No castle nut included
- Non-adjustable design
- Tie rod end thread diameters: M12 and M16 with 1.5 thread pitch
- Length: 330 mm
Detailed Description
Dorman 543-243 is a steering tie rod end assembly designed as a direct replacement for select Volkswagen and Audi front left steering applications. It uses a threaded, non-adjustable design with steel construction and a polychloroprene dust boot to help maintain steering linkage integrity. This part number, 543-243, is listed for 1998-2011 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2007 Volkswagen Golf, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, 2011-2015 Volkswagen Clasico, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1998-2005 Audi A3 front left applications, with VIN-specific notes on certain A3 and Beetle models.
This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MES3709A and Delphi TL523 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or worn steering linkage at the front left wheel
- Steering play or delayed steering response
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn tie rod end components
- Noisy or unstable steering feel during turning
- Replacement needs after inspection of the outer steering linkage
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, model, and VIN notes before ordering, especially for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle and 2003-2005 Audi A3 applications. This front left tie rod end assembly uses M12 and M16 thread diameters with a 1.5 pitch, so confirm the steering linkage specification before installation. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement to restore steering geometry.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this steering tie rod end assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The Dorman 543-243 is built to meet the demands of the original steering application on compatible Volkswagen and Audi models.
