Dorman 543-282 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner
OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-282 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Audi front inner applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering operation and is engineered to match the original equipment layout on vehicles with hydraulic steering rack setups where noted.
- Direct replacement for the original tie rod end on select applications
- Front inner steering position
- Steel housing with powder-coated finish
- Male end connections
- Mounting hardware included
- Grease fitting not included
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-282, is used in the front inner steering linkage on a wide range of Audi models, including A4, A5, A8 Quattro, Q5, S4, S5, S8, RS5, TT, TTS Quattro, and TT RS Quattro applications. It is designed as an OE-style replacement for restoring steering response and maintaining proper linkage geometry. The steel body and powder-coated finish support durable service in demanding road conditions.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800390 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro, front inner, w/Hydraulic Steering Rack
- Fits 2013-2018 Audi S8, front inner, w/Hydraulic Steering Rack
- Fits 2008-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2008-2017 Audi S5, front inner
- Fits 2009-2016 Audi A4, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A4 allroad, front inner
- Fits 2009-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2008-2016 Audi A5, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi allroad, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi RS5, front inner
- Fits 2011 Audi RS5, front inner
- Fits 2010-2016 Audi S4, front inner
- Fits 2007-2015 Audi TT Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2009-2015 Audi TTS Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2007-2014 Audi TT, front inner
- Fits 2011-2014 Audi TT RS Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2009-2012 Audi Q5, front inner
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Excessive steering play from a worn inner tie rod end
- Clunking or looseness in the front steering linkage
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering component wear
- Imprecise steering feel during lane changes or cornering
- Restoration of proper front-end steering geometry after wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the front inner position and steering rack type before ordering, especially on 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro and 2013-2018 Audi S8 models with hydraulic steering rack notes. Always inspect the outer tie rod ends, boots, and alignment settings during service. An alignment is recommended after steering linkage replacement to verify toe settings and steering wheel centering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to help verify smooth, safe operation. Part number 543-282 is built as a direct OE replacement for specific Audi steering applications.
Dorman 543-282 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner
OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-282 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Audi front inner applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering operation and is engineered to match the original equipment layout on vehicles with hydraulic steering rack setups where noted.
- Direct replacement for the original tie rod end on select applications
- Front inner steering position
- Steel housing with powder-coated finish
- Male end connections
- Mounting hardware included
- Grease fitting not included
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-282, is used in the front inner steering linkage on a wide range of Audi models, including A4, A5, A8 Quattro, Q5, S4, S5, S8, RS5, TT, TTS Quattro, and TT RS Quattro applications. It is designed as an OE-style replacement for restoring steering response and maintaining proper linkage geometry. The steel body and powder-coated finish support durable service in demanding road conditions.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800390 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro, front inner, w/Hydraulic Steering Rack
- Fits 2013-2018 Audi S8, front inner, w/Hydraulic Steering Rack
- Fits 2008-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2008-2017 Audi S5, front inner
- Fits 2009-2016 Audi A4, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A4 allroad, front inner
- Fits 2009-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2008-2016 Audi A5, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi allroad, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi RS5, front inner
- Fits 2011 Audi RS5, front inner
- Fits 2010-2016 Audi S4, front inner
- Fits 2007-2015 Audi TT Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2009-2015 Audi TTS Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2007-2014 Audi TT, front inner
- Fits 2011-2014 Audi TT RS Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2009-2012 Audi Q5, front inner
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Excessive steering play from a worn inner tie rod end
- Clunking or looseness in the front steering linkage
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering component wear
- Imprecise steering feel during lane changes or cornering
- Restoration of proper front-end steering geometry after wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the front inner position and steering rack type before ordering, especially on 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro and 2013-2018 Audi S8 models with hydraulic steering rack notes. Always inspect the outer tie rod ends, boots, and alignment settings during service. An alignment is recommended after steering linkage replacement to verify toe settings and steering wheel centering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to help verify smooth, safe operation. Part number 543-282 is built as a direct OE replacement for specific Audi steering applications.
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Description
OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-282 is a direct replacement steering tie rod end for specific Audi front inner applications. It is built for smooth, safe steering operation and is engineered to match the original equipment layout on vehicles with hydraulic steering rack setups where noted.
- Direct replacement for the original tie rod end on select applications
- Front inner steering position
- Steel housing with powder-coated finish
- Male end connections
- Mounting hardware included
- Grease fitting not included
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-282, is used in the front inner steering linkage on a wide range of Audi models, including A4, A5, A8 Quattro, Q5, S4, S5, S8, RS5, TT, TTS Quattro, and TT RS Quattro applications. It is designed as an OE-style replacement for restoring steering response and maintaining proper linkage geometry. The steel body and powder-coated finish support durable service in demanding road conditions.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800390 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro, front inner, w/Hydraulic Steering Rack
- Fits 2013-2018 Audi S8, front inner, w/Hydraulic Steering Rack
- Fits 2008-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2008-2017 Audi S5, front inner
- Fits 2009-2016 Audi A4, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A4 allroad, front inner
- Fits 2009-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2008-2016 Audi A5, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi allroad, front inner
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi RS5, front inner
- Fits 2011 Audi RS5, front inner
- Fits 2010-2016 Audi S4, front inner
- Fits 2007-2015 Audi TT Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2009-2015 Audi TTS Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2007-2014 Audi TT, front inner
- Fits 2011-2014 Audi TT RS Quattro, front inner
- Fits 2009-2012 Audi Q5, front inner
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Excessive steering play from a worn inner tie rod end
- Clunking or looseness in the front steering linkage
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering component wear
- Imprecise steering feel during lane changes or cornering
- Restoration of proper front-end steering geometry after wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the front inner position and steering rack type before ordering, especially on 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro and 2013-2018 Audi S8 models with hydraulic steering rack notes. Always inspect the outer tie rod ends, boots, and alignment settings during service. An alignment is recommended after steering linkage replacement to verify toe settings and steering wheel centering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this steering tie rod end to an industry-leading evaluation process to help verify smooth, safe operation. Part number 543-282 is built as a direct OE replacement for specific Audi steering applications.
