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Inner Tie Rod: Removal

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CAUTION: The steering gear boots and clamps are designed to produce an airtight seal and protect the internal components of the steering gear. If the seal is not airtight, the vacuum generated during turning will draw water and foreign material into the gear, causing damage. Zip ties do not provide an airtight seal and must not be used
CAUTION: The inner tie-rod ball joint grease is not compatible with water. Water trapped in the grease will damage the joint.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Loosen the tie-rod jam nut.
  3. Remove the outer tie-rod end nut.
  4. Using the special tool, separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.
    5. Fig 1: Separating Tie-Rod From Wheel Knuckle
    GF0004276Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Note the number of times the outer tie-rod ends turn for reference during assembly.
  5. Remove the outer tie-rod end.
  6. Remove the tie-rod jam nut from the inner tie rod.
  7. Remove the outer bellows boot clamp.
  8. Remove and discard the inner bellows boot clamp.
    9. CAUTION: If present, the orientation of the vent tube must be noted so the boots and vent tubes may be installed in the correct location. Incorrect venting may lead to internal component damage.
  9. Remove the steering gear bellows boot.
  10. If removing the RH inner tie rod, position the LH outer bellows boot clamp from the LH steering gear bellows boot.
  11. If removing the RH inner tie rod, remove and discard the LH inner bellows boot clamp and position the LH steering gear bellows boot aside to gain access to the steering gear rack.
    12. CAUTION: Place the steering gear at the center position. Use an appropriate-sized wrench on the flat of the rack gear to resist rotation and to prevent damage during the removal of the inner tie rod.
    NOTE: An assistant may be needed for removal of the RH inner tie rod.
  12. Using an appropriate-sized crow's foot wrench, remove the inner tie rod.
    13. Fig 2: Removing The Inner Tie Rod
    GF0004278Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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