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          ACDelco 45A0811 - Steering Drag Link

          MPN: 45A0811
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          Vehicle Specific
          Check if this part fits your vehicle.
          • $56.95
          In stock
            • Newparts SKU
              1754552
            • Weight
              2.2 lbs
            • Barcode
              00021625809175
            • Dimensions (L x W x H)
              10.7 x 4 x 3 in
            • Manufacturer Part #
              45A0811
          • Brand
            ACDelco
          • Manufacturer
            ACDelco
          • MPN
            45A0811
          • Features
            Castle Nut Included : Yes
            Color : Black
            End 1 Gender : Male
            End 2 Gender : Male
            FAQ - Answer 1 : No A drag link is used in a parallel steering system.
            FAQ - Answer 2 : Yes it may change the alignment angles have the alignment checked after replacing any steering components.
            FAQ - Question 1 : Do rack and pinion steering systems have a drag link?
            FAQ - Question 2 : Will replacing a drag link effect the vehicle alignment?
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 1 : CNC-machined for consistency and high-quality
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 2 : Heat-treated forgings for strength
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 3 : Undergoes extreme impact, wear, and fatigue testing to help with quality and durability
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 4 : Greaseable where applicable: Allows new lubricant to flush contaminants from the assembly, reducing corrosion and wear
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 5 : Induction hardened to match OE fatigue life
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 6 : Designed to perform to the application
            Features & Benefits - Bullet 7 : Corrosion-resistant coating
            Finish : Painted
            Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 1 : Inspect or have your steering links inspected: worn steering links can upset the balance of your vehicle's steering system, and cause other parts to wear faster. If this wear goes undetected or ignored, premature failure of system components can occur, threatening the integrity of your vehicle's steering system. Preventative inspection can help detect wear before it becomes a major problem.
            Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 2 : Whenever you replace or modify a front end or steering component in your vehicle, your alignment may be altered. Perform a full four-wheel vehicle alignment after steering components have been changed.
            Grease Fitting Included : Yes
            Length : 166.116
            Material : Steel
            Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Manufacture Specifications : Yes
            Product Description : An ACDelco Professional Steering Drag Link controls left and right linkage movement, and is a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. This drag link is made of hot-forged alloy steel for superior strength and is coated to help provide rust protection. Their low-friction constant-torque pivot joints also help provide accurate rotational movement. This premium aftermarket replacement component is manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. âš  WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - https://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
            Programming Required : No
            Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 1 : Steering difficulty: wandering steering while driving at speed may indicate worn steering links
            Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 2 : Excessive steering play: excessive movement or play in your vehicle's steering linkage may be a sign of steering link wear
            Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 3 : Unexpected noises: clunking noises while turning the steering wheel of your vehicle may signal steering link wear
            Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 4 : Alignment issues: an inability to set the proper alignment for your vehicle may indicate worn steering links
            Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Header : Signs of wear include but are not limited to:
            Tie Rod End Thread Diameter (in) : 1
            Tie Rod End Thread Diameter (mm) : 25.4
            Type : Outer
          • EAN
            00021625809175
          • Part Type
            Steering Drag Link
          • Fitment
            • Fitment Type
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          • Coverage: 2 years or 24,000 miles (whichever comes first) from purchase date.

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          • Exclusions:

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          • Premium Protection: Goes beyond our standard warranty — if it’s a Bison product, the 2-year/24k mile limit is replaced with lifetime coverage.

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          Buy With Confidence: We back our products because we believe in their quality, with a transparent, customer-first warranty process you can trust. And with Bison Performance products, you’ll enjoy Limited Lifetime protection—an assurance few brands can match.

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