Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the outer tie-rod end. For additional information, refer to TIE ROD END - OUTER .
Remove the tie-rod end jam nut.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Remove the 2 steering gear boot clamps and the steering gear boot.

Fig 1: Locating Steering Gear Boot Clamps
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.