Dorman 544-581 Steering - Tie Rod End
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Why buy from Koskowski Automotive?
• 50+ years (since 1972) • Dorman Authorized Seller • Fast shipping • Easy returns
Regular price
$28.24
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Product Description
This steering tie rod end directly replaces the original equipment tie rod on specific vehicle applications. It has undergone an industry-leading evaluation process to ensure smooth, safe operation.
- Trustworthy replacement - this steering tie rod end assembly directly replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle applications
- Durably designed - factory-sealed and precision-forged housing resists future corrosion
- Reliably engineered - built to decrease wear rate and ensure overall strength
- Trustworthy quality - backed by team of professional engineers and quality control specialists in the United States
Detailed Applications
| Year | Make | Model | Configuration | Positions | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-2003 | Ford | Explorer | Front Outer | ||
| 1998-2012 | Ford | Ranger | Front Outer | ||
| 2001-2010 | Mazda | B2300 | Front Outer | ||
| 1998-2001 | Mazda | B2500 | Front Outer | ||
| 1998-2008 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Outer | ||
| 1998-2010 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Outer | ||
| 1998-2003 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Outer |
Product Specifications
| Adjustable: | Yes |
|---|---|
| Adjusting Sleeve Included: | No |
| Ball Joint Included: | Yes |
| Bearing Material: | Polymer |
| Bolts Included: | No |
| Boot Color: | Yes |
| Brand: | Dorman - OE Solutions |
| Castle Nut Included: | Yes |
| Center Mount Hole Quantity: | 1 |
| Center Mount Stud Quantity: | 1 |
| Color: | Silver; Black |
| Cone Outside Diameter: | 15.4 mm |
| Cotter Pin Included: | Yes |
| Dust Boot Included: | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material: | Polychloroprene |
| End 1 Attachment Type: | Threaded |
| End 1 Gender: | Female |
| End 1 Thread Diameter: | 14 mm |
| End 1 Thread Direction: | Counterclockwise (Left) |
| End 1 Thread Pitch: | 1.5 mm |
| End 2 Attachment Type: | Threaded |
| End 2 Gender: | Male |
| End 2 Thread Diameter: | 14 mm |
| End 2 Thread Direction: | Clockwise (Right) |
| End 2 Thread Pitch: | 1.5 mm |
| End 2 Threads Per Inch: | 2 mm |
| End 2 Type: | Threaded |
| Finish: | E-Coated |
| Grade Type: | Standard |
| Grease Fitting Included: | Yes |
| Greaseable: | No |
| Head Drive Type: | Smooth |
| Height: | 84.69 mm |
| Housing Material: | Steel |
| Length: | 127 mm |
| Locking Nut Included: | Yes |
| Material: | Steel |
| Mounting Hardware Included: | Yes |
| Outside Diameter: | 43.85 mm |
| Package Contents: | 1 Tie Rod; 1 Castle Nut; 1 Cotter Pin |
| Package Quantity: | 1 |
| Packaging Type: | Box |
| Pre-Greased: | Yes |
| Selling Package Quantity UOM: | Piece |
| Shank Length: | 19.8 mm |
| Stud Length: | 27 mm |
| Stud Type: | Threaded |
| Thread Pitch: | 1.5 mm |
| Tie Rod End Thread Diameter: | 14 mm |
| Tie Rod Material: | Steel |
| Tube Diameter: | 20.76 mm |
| Type: | Straight |
| Washer Included: | No |
| Weight: | 3 lb |
| Width: | 43.85 mm |
OE Numbers
| DIRECT OE CROSS | |
|---|---|
| 4U2Z3V130DA | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| 5L5Z3A130AA | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| F87Z3A130BA | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| ZZP032365 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| ZZP032365A | MAZDA |