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Toe Adjustment - F-250 and F-350 Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

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  1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the toe settings.
    • Refer to Alignment Specifications in the Specifications portion of this section for optimal alignment settings.
    • If the toe settings are not within specification, go to the next step.
  2. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  3. Turn the engine off and, using a suitable steering wheel holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
  4. Loosen the tie-rod adjuster sleeve nuts.
  5. Fig 1: Locating Tie-Rod Adjuster Sleeve Nuts
    GF0006094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Rotate the tie-rod adjusting sleeves to obtain the correct toe setting.
  7. Fig 2: Rotating The Tie-Rod Adjusting Sleeves
    GF0006095Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position both adjusting sleeve clamp openings downward within 45 degrees of vertical. Tighten the nuts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
  9. Fig 3: Positioning Adjusting Sleeve Clamp
    GF0006096Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Verify the toe settings and adjust as necessary.