Dorman 543-579 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner
Dorman 543-579 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-579 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner front inner applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on the listed vehicles and is built for smooth, safe steering operation.
Key Features
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for select front inner applications
- Threaded design for OE-style fitment
- Steel housing with powder-coated black finish
- Polymer bearing material for steering articulation
- Polychloroprene dust boot material
- Mounting hardware included
- No grease fitting included
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-579, is engineered for the front inner steering position on 2008-2009 Ford Escape, 2008-2009 Mazda Tribute, and 2008-2009 Mercury Mariner applications listed below. It is a threaded replacement with a steel housing and powder-coated finish, built to match the original steering connection point and maintain consistent steering response. The black finish and polymer bearing construction support dependable operation in everyday driving conditions.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800366 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2009 Ford Escape, front inner, to 6/04/09
- Fits 2008 Ford Escape, front inner
- Fits 2009 Mazda Tribute, front inner, 16 mm thread at outer end or to 6/03/09
- Fits 2008 Mazda Tribute, front inner, 16 mm thread at outer end
- Fits 2009 Mercury Mariner, front inner, to 6/04/09
- Fits 2008 Mercury Mariner, front inner
Common Issues This Part May Address
- Excessive play in the front inner steering linkage
- Loose or imprecise steering feel
- Clunking or knocking from worn steering components
- Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
- Failed tie rod end inspection during service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front inner steering position before ordering. For 2009 Mazda Tribute applications, confirm the 16 mm thread at the outer end or the listed production cutoff date. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.
Quality Assurance
This Dorman 543-579 tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built as a direct OE replacement for the specified applications and is backed by Dorman’s product engineering standards.
Dorman 543-579 Steering Tie Rod End - Front Inner
Dorman 543-579 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-579 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner front inner applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on the listed vehicles and is built for smooth, safe steering operation.
Key Features
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for select front inner applications
- Threaded design for OE-style fitment
- Steel housing with powder-coated black finish
- Polymer bearing material for steering articulation
- Polychloroprene dust boot material
- Mounting hardware included
- No grease fitting included
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-579, is engineered for the front inner steering position on 2008-2009 Ford Escape, 2008-2009 Mazda Tribute, and 2008-2009 Mercury Mariner applications listed below. It is a threaded replacement with a steel housing and powder-coated finish, built to match the original steering connection point and maintain consistent steering response. The black finish and polymer bearing construction support dependable operation in everyday driving conditions.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800366 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2009 Ford Escape, front inner, to 6/04/09
- Fits 2008 Ford Escape, front inner
- Fits 2009 Mazda Tribute, front inner, 16 mm thread at outer end or to 6/03/09
- Fits 2008 Mazda Tribute, front inner, 16 mm thread at outer end
- Fits 2009 Mercury Mariner, front inner, to 6/04/09
- Fits 2008 Mercury Mariner, front inner
Common Issues This Part May Address
- Excessive play in the front inner steering linkage
- Loose or imprecise steering feel
- Clunking or knocking from worn steering components
- Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
- Failed tie rod end inspection during service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front inner steering position before ordering. For 2009 Mazda Tribute applications, confirm the 16 mm thread at the outer end or the listed production cutoff date. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.
Quality Assurance
This Dorman 543-579 tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built as a direct OE replacement for the specified applications and is backed by Dorman’s product engineering standards.
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Dorman 543-579 Steering Tie Rod End
Dorman 543-579 is a threaded steering tie rod end for specific Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner front inner applications. It directly replaces the original equipment tie rod end on the listed vehicles and is built for smooth, safe steering operation.
Key Features
- Direct replacement steering tie rod end for select front inner applications
- Threaded design for OE-style fitment
- Steel housing with powder-coated black finish
- Polymer bearing material for steering articulation
- Polychloroprene dust boot material
- Mounting hardware included
- No grease fitting included
Detailed Description
This Dorman steering tie rod end, part number 543-579, is engineered for the front inner steering position on 2008-2009 Ford Escape, 2008-2009 Mazda Tribute, and 2008-2009 Mercury Mariner applications listed below. It is a threaded replacement with a steel housing and powder-coated finish, built to match the original steering connection point and maintain consistent steering response. The black finish and polymer bearing construction support dependable operation in everyday driving conditions.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products EV800366 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2009 Ford Escape, front inner, to 6/04/09
- Fits 2008 Ford Escape, front inner
- Fits 2009 Mazda Tribute, front inner, 16 mm thread at outer end or to 6/03/09
- Fits 2008 Mazda Tribute, front inner, 16 mm thread at outer end
- Fits 2009 Mercury Mariner, front inner, to 6/04/09
- Fits 2008 Mercury Mariner, front inner
Common Issues This Part May Address
- Excessive play in the front inner steering linkage
- Loose or imprecise steering feel
- Clunking or knocking from worn steering components
- Uneven tire wear related to steering linkage wear
- Failed tie rod end inspection during service
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front inner steering position before ordering. For 2009 Mazda Tribute applications, confirm the 16 mm thread at the outer end or the listed production cutoff date. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.
Quality Assurance
This Dorman 543-579 tie rod end has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure smooth, safe operation. It is built as a direct OE replacement for the specified applications and is backed by Dorman’s product engineering standards.
