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Removal and Installation

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    NOTE: RH side shown in illustration, LH side similar.
  1. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  2. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nut.
    • To install, tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  3. Remove and discard the outer tie-rod end nut.
    • To install, tighten the new nut to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  4. Using the Ball Joint Separator, separate the outer tie-rod end from the front wheel knuckle.
    Fig 1: Separating Outer Tie-Rod End From Front Wheel Knuckle Using Ball Joint Separator
    G06094636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the outer tie-rod end.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe. For additional information, refer to TOE ADJUSTMENT .
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