Keep steering input tight and predictable with the Dorman - OE Solutions Steering Tie Rod End 543-096. This front inner tie rod end directly replaces the original equipment tie rod on the listed applications, transferring steering motion through the linkage to the front wheels. It drops in on trucks and SUVs such as the 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2000-2013 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, and 2003-2009 Hummer H2 — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of 36 applications, most of which use two per vehicle.
- Durably designed: a factory-sealed, precision-forged steel housing with an e-coated finish that resists future corrosion.
- Reliably engineered: built to decrease wear rate and add overall strength, and evaluated for smooth, safe operation.
- Ready to install: pre-greased from the factory with a polymer bearing and a black polychloroprene dust boot; it has no grease fitting and is not greaseable.
- Adjustable straight design with a smooth threaded stud — End 1 thread 14 mm, End 2 thread 18 mm, both 1.5 mm pitch, clockwise (right-hand).
Ships with a locking nut. A castle nut, cotter pin, bolts, and washers are not included — consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether they may be reused. Country of origin: Thailand.
Interchange: 45A1311 · 46A0787A · 612.66108 · TA2193 · ES3488 · 15295861 · 26059210 · ES4645E · GES3488 · MES3488 · 1303002 · JAR1096. Manufacturer part number 543-096 (also 543096).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What position is this tie rod end?
It's a front inner steering tie rod end. Most of the listed applications use two, so order two if you're servicing both sides for balanced steering.
Is it pre-greased, and can I add grease later?
Yes, it comes pre-greased from the factory. It has no grease fitting and is not greaseable, so it's a sealed, non-serviceable unit.
What's included in the box?
One tie rod end with an integrated ball stud, a black polychloroprene dust boot, and a locking nut. A castle nut, cotter pin, bolts, and washers are not included.
Is this tie rod end adjustable?
Yes, it's an adjustable straight design with a smooth stud. End 1 thread is 14 mm and End 2 is 18 mm, both at a 1.5 mm pitch, clockwise (right-hand).
Which vehicles does it fit?
Trucks and SUVs like the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, and 2003-2009 Hummer H2. See the Buyer's Guide tab for all 36 applications.
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