Tighten up loose, wandering steering with the Delphi Steering Tie Rod End TA1081, the right outer tie rod end that links your steering system to the wheel and helps keep your alignment true. It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, 1990-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, 1985-1999 Volkswagen Golf, 1985-1999 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1992-1997 Volkswagen Passat — see the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level details.
OE-grade steering technology: Delphi applies its OE steering expertise to its aftermarket portfolio, with extensive dimensional and material analysis for close compatibility between the OE and aftermarket part.
Tested to extremes: validated below -40°C and above 120°C and exposed to 720 hours of salt spray.
Precision ball stud: the ball stud is machined to micron tolerances for durable, smooth joint operation, and each tie rod is fatigue tested.
Anti-corrosion protection: applied to each part for corrosion prevention and improved appearance.
Delphi includes the necessary accessories for a complete job. Signs this part may need replacing include loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear, and a clunk or play felt through the wheel when turning — diagnose the cause before replacing. This listing is for the right outer tie rod end; inspect both sides and replace as directed by the service procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What position is this tie rod end?
It is the right outer steering tie rod end. Inspect the other tie rods as well and replace as directed by the service procedure for balanced, even steering.
Which vehicles does the TA1081 fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1995-2002 VW Cabrio, 1990-1995 Corrado, 1985-1999 Golf, 1985-1999 Jetta, and 1992-1997 Passat. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your engine.
What does a tie rod end do?
It connects the steering system to the wheel, transferring steering input to turn the wheel while allowing for suspension movement, and helps maintain the front-end alignment.
What are signs a tie rod end is worn?
Common signs include loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear, and a clunk or play felt through the wheel when turning. Have the cause diagnosed before replacing.
Has this part been tested for durability?
Yes. Delphi fatigue tests its tie rods, machines the ball stud to micron tolerances, and validates parts below -40°C, above 120°C, and through 720 hours of salt spray.
Steering Tie Rod EndDelphi's OE safety technology is fitted to millions of vehicles worldwide and we apply Delphi's OE expertise to our aftermarket steering portfolio. Delphi tests to the extreme for...
WARNING:
These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
