14 Steering parts are listed for the 1981 Fiat Brava, in 4 part types, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The steering system on the 1981 Fiat Brava connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. The largest groups are Power Steering Fluid (9 parts), Power Steering Pump (2 parts) and Tie Rod End (2 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1981 Fiat Brava came with a single engine, the 2.0L L4, and every part is verified against it.
6 brands supply steering parts for the 1981 Fiat Brava, led by PRESTONE (6 parts), MOBIL (3 parts) and TERREPOWER (2 parts), plus 3 more brands. Quality grades include Multi-Vehicle, Daily Driver and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1981 Fiat Brava. 2 parts have it, including MOBIL 126505 (Power Steering Fluid) and PRESTONE AS261 (Power Steering Fluid). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
Dexron
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOBIL | 123130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ATF D/M1 Quart | View on Amazon |
Multi-Vehicle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOBIL Popular | 126505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Multi-Vehicle ATF | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Popular | AS261 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 32 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| MOBIL | 112980 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Synthetic ATF | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS260Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 12 oz. | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS262Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak12 Fluid Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS263Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS268Y6 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | European Vehicle12 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS266Y6 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
9 Power Steering Fluid parts for the 1981 Fiat Brava come from 2 brands — PRESTONE and MOBIL. The "Popular" part is MOBIL 126505.
The Dexron section lists 1 option from MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL 123130 is listed in this group.
The Multi-Vehicle section lists 8 options from PRESTONE and MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL 126505 is listed in this group.
This group includes MOBIL 126505, MOBIL 123130 and PRESTONE AS261 and the remaining parts above.
Power Steering Pump
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 2868 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pump without ReservoirRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 9900290 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufacturedwithout Reservoir | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit.
2 Power Steering Pump parts for the 1981 Fiat Brava come from 2 brands — LARES and TERREPOWER.
Listed part numbers: LARES 2868 and TERREPOWER 9900290.
Rack and Pinion
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERREPOWER | 3130116 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the steering gear assemblies that turn the tie rods. Typical signs include fluid at a torn boot, a growl when you turn, or play that the inner tie rods do not explain. Flush the old power-steering fluid with the rack — grit in the old fluid is the usual cause of a repeat leak.
One part is listed for the 1981 Fiat Brava — TERREPOWER 3130116.
Tie Rod End
Daily Driver
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELPHI | TA770 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Outer | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1013401 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment.
2 Tie Rod End parts for the 1981 Fiat Brava come from 2 brands — DELPHI and BECK/ARNLEY.
In the Daily Driver grade, DELPHI supplies 1 part: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is DELPHI TA770.
The Economy section lists 1 option from BECK/ARNLEY — the catalog's value-priced group. BECK/ARNLEY 1013401 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: DELPHI TA770 and BECK/ARNLEY 1013401.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1981 Fiat Brava
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Confirm you have the 2.0L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Power Steering Fluid and Power Steering Pump .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 1981 Fiat Brava?
Our catalog currently lists 14 steering parts for the 1981 Fiat Brava across 4 subcategories and 6 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1981 Fiat Brava?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1981 Fiat Brava was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1981 Fiat Brava?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 engine. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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