Help keep your steering linkage tight and responsive with the Beck/Arnley tie rod end, part number 101-4498, an assembly that includes both the inner and outer tie rod for a complete front left repair. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1993-2000 Volkswagen Jetta, 1985-2000 Volkswagen Golf and 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
As a steering tie rod end assembly, it links the steering gear to the front left steering knuckle and carries your steering input to the wheel. Beck/Arnley designs its parts as direct replacements for OE applications across foreign nameplates, with close attention to form, fit and function. Its product specialists work with a global sourcing network, and each part is held to Beck/Arnley's own requirements and specifications.
- OE form, fit and function: designed to match the original part on the listed applications.
- Inner and outer tie rod included: both ends come together for a complete repair.
- Corrosion protection: coated or plated to help resist corrosion.
- Hardware provided: the hardware needed for a complete installation is included, and its function matches the original design requirements.
Signs that a tie rod may need replacing include loose or wandering steering, a clunk when turning, uneven tire wear and an off-center steering wheel. Diagnose the cause before you replace parts, and have the wheel alignment checked after installation.
Interchange: 0590202 · 1H0422803 · 1H0422803A · 1H0422803B · 1H0422803D · IS379PR · 1H0422803BMY · 1H0422803MY · 43954002280 · 43954003500 · ES4636 · MES3709A · ES3711A · 1H0422803E
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
0590202, 1H0422803, 1H0422803A, 1H0422803B, 1H0422803D, IS379PR, 1H0422803BMY, 1H0422803MY, 43954002280, 43954003500, ES4636, MES3709A, ES3711A, 1H0422803E
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right 1993-2000 Volkswagen Jetta tie rod end?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1993-2000 Volkswagen Jetta, and it fits many other vehicles too. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact model and year.
Is this also a 1985-2000 Volkswagen Golf tie rod end?
Yes. It fits the 1985-2000 Volkswagen Golf and the 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio. The "Vehicles it fits" section shows every listed vehicle.
What comes in the box?
The assembly includes both the inner and outer tie rod, plus the hardware Beck/Arnley provides for a complete installation. It is built for the front left position.
How is it protected against corrosion?
Beck/Arnley coats or plates the assembly for corrosion protection, and the included hardware functions to the original design requirements.
Do I need an alignment after installing it?
Yes. Replacing a tie rod changes the steering geometry, so have the wheel alignment checked and set after installation to help avoid uneven tire wear.
