If a worn tie rod end is behind loose steering, the Dorman - OE Solutions Steering Tie Rod End 542-870 drops in as a direct-fit front outer replacement. This front outer steering tie rod end directly replaces the original equipment on many vehicles, among them the 1977-1985 Chevrolet Impala, 1985-2005 Chevrolet Astro and 1985-2005 GMC Safari — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
- Durably designed: factory-sealed, precision-forged housing that resists corrosion.
- Reliably engineered: built to decrease wear rate and add overall strength.
- Evaluated for safety: put through an industry-leading evaluation process for smooth, safe operation.
- Backed in the USA: supported by a team of professional engineers and quality control specialists in the United States.
As a tie rod end, it connects the outer steering linkage to the steering knuckle, transmitting steering input to the front wheel while pivoting with suspension travel. Signs the original may need replacing include loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear, and knocking from the front end — have the cause diagnosed before replacing.
Interchange: 612.62002 · ES-2019-R
61262002 · ES2019R · 45A0184 · 46A0184A · TA2131 · 26056100 · 7826713 · 7834236 · ES2019RLT · ES2105RL · ES2019RE · ES2019RGL · ES2105R · GES2019RLT · MES2019RLT · MES2105RL · JTE1226
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
45A0184, 46A0184A, 612.62002, TA2131, ES2019R, 26056100, 7826713, 7834236, ES2019RLT, ES2105RL, ES2019RE, ES2019RGL, ES2105R, GES2019RLT, MES2019RLT, MES2105RL, ES-2019-R, JTE1226
