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TRE431SLA
This is a steering tie rod end, a critical component of your truck's front-end steering linkage. It connects the tie rod assembly to the steering knuckle, allowing the wheels to pivot and turn when you steer while accommodating the up-and-down movement of the suspension. This part is replaced when it wears out—typically indicated by loose steering feel, uneven tire wear, or excessive play found during a safety inspection—to restore safe handling and proper wheel alignment. Known as a 'roadside' or left-hand thread part, it is installed on the left side of the vehicle and threads into the tie rod tube.
This part (Dana TRE431SLA) is a cross-reference to Meritor R230071. It is a Type 1 roadside end with a 1.25-inch rod thread and left-hand thread direction. While it fits a wide range of heavy-duty trucks and buses, specific make/model/year application data was not fully verified and should be confirmed using a VIN decoder or the fleet's parts catalog.
Part Number: TRE431SLA
TIE ROD
Vendor: DANA
Dealer: Knox Trailers
Compatibility, alternatives, and more
Parts commonly needed alongside suspension & steering