Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford RV Cutaway, 2003 Ford Econoline, 2003 Ford E550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INNER AND OUTER ENDS

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
OUTER END
Loosen the nuts.

Fig 1: Loosening Nuts
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Position the adjusting sleeve clamp locator away from the sleeve.

Fig 2: Positioning Adjusting Sleeve Clamp Locator Away From Sleeve
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Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut.

Fig 3: Removing Cotter Pin And Nut
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Using the special tool, detach the tie rod end from the wheel knuckle.

Fig 4: Detaching Tie Rod End From Wheel Knuckle
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NOTE: Count the number of turns that are necessary to remove the tie-rod for reference during installation.

Fig 5: Removing Outer Drag Link End

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Remove the outer drag link end.
INNER END
Loosen the nut.

Fig 6: Loosening Nut
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Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut.

Fig 7: Removing Cotter Pin And Nut
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Using the special tool, separate the drag link from the sector shaft arm.

Fig 8: Separating Drag Link From Sector Shaft Arm
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NOTE: Count the number of turns that are necessary to remove the tie-rod for reference during installation.

Fig 9: Removing Inner Drag Link End

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Remove the inner drag link end.
INNER AND OUTER ENDS
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe to specification. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article. Ensure steering wheel is centered.