Keep your steering linkage tight and your front-end toe adjustable with the Dorman - OE Solutions Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve (541-560). This front adjusting sleeve threads onto the tie rod ends to connect them and set toe alignment, and it serves at the pitman-arm-to-steering-arm location. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for a wide range of trucks and SUVs, including the 1991-1996 Dodge Dakota, 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 1980-1996 Ford Bronco, 1980-1996 Ford F-150, 1983-1997 Ford Ranger, 1984-1990 Jeep Cherokee and 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo — see the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list of 23 applications.
- Precision-engineered & tested: made and quality-checked to serve as a reliable replacement for the original sleeve on the listed vehicles.
- Reliable fit: engineered to the design and dimensions of the original component.
- Durable construction: produced to strict standards using sturdy, safe materials.
- Rigorously tested: quality-control checks help support long service life.
Signs the original sleeve may need replacing include seized or corroded adjustment threads, difficulty setting toe during an alignment, or a loose, damaged connection in the steering linkage. If a worn or rusted sleeve is the cause, this replaces it.
Interchange: 612.62802 · ES-2080-S
45A6018 · 46A6018A · TA2180 · ES2080S · 52000604 · 52004472 · E0TZ3281C · E2TZ3281B · E7TZ3281B · ZZL032376 · ES2080SGL · GES2080S · MES2080S · MEOE53 · JSA1031 · 61262802
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
45A6018, 46A6018A, 612.62802, TA2180, ES2080S, 52000604, 52004472, E0TZ3281C, E2TZ3281B, E7TZ3281B, ZZL032376, ES2080SGL, GES2080S, MES2080S, MEOE53, ES-2080-S, JSA1031
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this adjusting sleeve do?
It threads onto the tie rod ends to connect them and let you adjust toe, keeping the steering linkage at the proper length for correct front-end alignment.
Where is this sleeve located?
It serves at the front of the vehicle in the steering linkage, at the pitman-arm-to-steering-arm location, joining the tie rod ends.
Will this fit my vehicle?
It's a direct-fit replacement for 23 applications, including the Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ram, Ford Bronco, F-150, Ranger, Jeep Cherokee and Mazda Navajo. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
What are signs the sleeve needs replacing?
Seized or corroded adjustment threads, trouble setting toe during an alignment, or a loose or damaged connection in the steering linkage. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
Should I have an alignment done after installing it?
Yes. Because this sleeve sets toe, have a professional wheel alignment performed after installation so the front end is adjusted to specification.
