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Product Details
The Honda OEM Outer Tie Rod End is a genuine factory replacement designed for the 2002-2006 Acura RSX Base and Type-S and 2003-2006 Honda Element. This essential steering component connects the steering linkage to the steering knuckle, helping maintain precise steering control, proper wheel alignment, and predictable handling.
Outer tie rod ends play an important role in the steering system by transferring steering input to the front wheels while allowing the suspension to move through its normal range of travel. A properly functioning tie rod end helps maintain responsive steering, vehicle stability, and the factory handling characteristics of your Honda or Acura.
Over time, tie rod ends can develop worn ball joints, excessive play, or damaged protective boots due to age, mileage, and road conditions. Common symptoms of a failing tie rod end include loose or wandering steering, clunking noises when turning, uneven tire wear, and difficulty maintaining proper wheel alignment.
Manufactured to Honda's original equipment specifications, this genuine outer tie rod end provides factory-quality fitment and dependable performance. Whether you're replacing a worn steering component or restoring your vehicle's original steering response, this OEM replacement is an excellent choice.
Features
- Genuine Honda / Acura OEM Part: Manufactured to original factory specifications.
- Factory Outer Tie Rod End: Designed for compatible Acura RSX and Honda Element steering systems.
- Driver and Passenger Side Fitment: Compatible with the left or right front steering position.
- Precise Steering Response: Helps maintain accurate steering input and predictable handling.
- Proper Wheel Alignment: Provides a secure connection between the steering linkage and steering knuckle.
- Durable Ball Joint Construction: Engineered to accommodate steering and suspension movement.
- Restores Factory Steering Performance: Helps address looseness, wandering, and unwanted movement caused by worn tie rod ends.
- Direct OEM Replacement: Installs in the factory outer tie rod location without modification.
- OEM Part Number: 53541-S7A-003.
Additional Information
- Manufacturer: Honda / Acura
- Part Number: 53541-S7A-003
- OEM Description: End, Tie Rod
- Other Names: Outer Tie Rod End / Steering Tie Rod End / Front Outer Tie Rod
- Product Type: Steering Linkage Component
- Factory Applications: 2002-2006 Acura RSX / 2003-2006 Honda Element
- Installation Location: Front Steering System
- Position: Left or Right Front
- Quantity: Sold Individually (1 Outer Tie Rod End)
- Quantity Required: 2 for a Complete Left and Right Outer Tie Rod End Replacement
Installation Notes
- Before installation, inspect the existing outer tie rod ends, inner tie rods, steering rack, and surrounding suspension components for excessive wear, looseness, corrosion, or damage.
- Remove the original outer tie rod end according to Honda or Acura's factory service procedures. When removing the old tie rod end, record its installed position or count the number of turns required for removal to help maintain an approximate steering alignment during installation.
- Install the replacement Honda OEM outer tie rod end using the appropriate hardware and follow the manufacturer's specified tightening procedures. Ensure all steering connections are properly secured before operating the vehicle.
- A professional four-wheel alignment is recommended after replacing a tie rod end. Changing the outer tie rod can affect front toe settings, potentially causing uneven tire wear and reduced steering stability.
Note:
- Includes one genuine Honda outer tie rod end. Two are required to replace both the driver-side and passenger-side outer tie rod ends. Inner tie rods, steering rack components, and additional hardware are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
For vehicles experiencing loose steering, clunking noises, uneven tire wear, or excessive steering linkage movement, inspect both outer tie rod ends and the remaining steering components for signs of wear.
| Part Number: | 53541-S7A-003 |
| Brand: | Honda |
WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Vehicle Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Acura | RSX | Base |
| 2002 | Acura | RSX | Type-S |
| 2003 | Acura | RSX | Base |
| 2003 | Acura | RSX | Type-S |
| 2003 | Honda | Element | DX |
| 2003 | Honda | Element | EX |
| 2004 | Acura | RSX | Base |
| 2004 | Acura | RSX | Type-S |
| 2004 | Honda | Element | DX |
| 2004 | Honda | Element | EX |
| 2004 | Honda | Element | LX |
| 2005 | Acura | RSX | Base |
| 2005 | Acura | RSX | Type-S |
| 2005 | Honda | Element | EX |
| 2005 | Honda | Element | LX |
| 2006 | Acura | RSX | Base |
| 2006 | Acura | RSX | Type-S |
| 2006 | Honda | Element | EX |
| 2006 | Honda | Element | LX |
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Ethan Denman | July 13th, 2026
Parts fit perfectly, easy install. No complaints at all, car rides 3x better
Roger Rios - Matias | December 1st, 2012
Way better than generic, and worth the little extra to get these.
Rico Rodriguez | May 2nd, 2012
As my title says, it was $11 cheaper than my local Acura Dealership. Mines wasnt broken or worn. I just bought lowering springs and when you do the job the "right way" you will need a new set of these so you wont have to replace them for a LONG time. I had to hammer out my old ones since it was stuck on my Shock Strut body and i actually "mushroomed" the tip of the tie rod so the old ones are not able to be used again. Before i removed my old ones, i marked the threads on the inner tie rod so i knew how far to screw the new ones in. This is an easy DIY. Thanks K-Series Parts.
Francis McBride | March 15th, 2012
great service, and you can never go wrong with oem parts
Gerardo Mangual | September 9th, 2011
I ordered this and recieved it super fast. When I recieved it I can easily tell the difference between OEM Tie Rod End and Generic. This is the way to go I istalled my self in less than 1 Hour. Awesome ordering other side soon!!
