Front Outer Steering Tie Rod End

When you're working on the steering system of your 2010-2016 Buick LaCrosse, you'll find this Moog outer tie rod end, part number ES800852, is a solid choice for getting things back in proper working order. This component is crucial for connecting your steering rack to the steering knuckle, allowing your wheels to turn accurately when you move the steering wheel. A worn tie rod end can lead to sloppy steering, uneven tire wear, and can even affect your alignment.

Moog has built this tie rod end with a gusher bearing design, which is a metal-to-metal setup that lets grease flow through the bearing surface. This helps reduce friction and extend the life of the part. It also features a patented pressed-in cover plate that works to keep dirt and debris out, minimizing wear and looseness. The ball stud itself is heat-treated to meet or exceed original equipment requirements, which helps prevent premature failure and improves its resistance to fatigue. Plus, the socket is greaseable, meaning you can flush out contaminants with fresh lubricant, further reducing corrosion and wear.

You'll appreciate that Moog designs these with precision tolerances, aiming for an easy installation and a proper steering alignment right out of the box. It also includes a Belleville preload washer that helps maintain a tight bearing package as the component naturally wears over time. This tie rod end is designed to restore that like-new steering feel you're looking for.