Removal & Installation (4WD F250/350 & F450/550)

NOTE: Replace the steering sector shaft arm drag link if the ball stud is loose in the socket or the steering sector shaft arm drag link is bent. Replace the front suspension ball stud dust seal if any nicks, cuts or tears are present. Do not attempt to straighten a steering sector shaft arm drag link.

1. Position and lock the wheels in the straight-forward position. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Loosen the adjusting sleeve clamp.
3. Remove the cotter pin and castellated nut. Discard the cotter pin.
4. Separate the steering sector shaft arm drag link.See Figure.
5. Remove the steering sector shaft arm drag link. Note the number of turns required to remove the steering sector shaft arm drag link. See Fig 1.
6. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Check the toe-in and clear vision settings. See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES -- TRUCKS article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.

Fig 1: Removing Steering Sector Shaft Arm Drag Link

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.