Tie Rod End - Outer: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, 2005 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the tie rod end castellated nut.
1. Remove the cotter pin.
2. Remove the nut.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Tie Rod End Castellated Nut
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the Pitman Arm Puller, remove the tie rod end ball stud from the front wheel spindle (3105).

Fig 2: Removing Tie Rod End Ball Stud From Front Wheel Spindle
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the tie rod end (3A130).
1. Loosen the bolts on the tie rod adjusting sleeve clamp (3287).
2. Count the number of turns required to remove the tie rod end from the tie rod adjusting sleeve clamp.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Tie Rod End From Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve Clamp
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.