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Toe Adjustment - F250 and F350 Four Wheel Drive (4WD), F450, F550

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  1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the toe settings.
    • Refer to ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS  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.
    Fig 1: Locating Tie-Rod Adjuster Sleeve Nuts
    G04643070Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Rotate the center link to the correct toe setting.
  6. Make sure that the RH tie-rod end is not misaligned, as shown in image 2. Adjust the position as necessary as shown in image 1.
    Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod End
    G04643071Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Tighten the tie-rod adjuster sleeve nuts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
  8. Verify the toe settings and adjust as necessary.