Sector Shaft Arm Drag Link - F-250, F-350, 4x4, and F-450, F-550: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Excursion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Replace the steering sector shaft arm drag link (3304) 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.

Position and lock the wheels in the straight-forward position. Raise and support the vehicle.
Loosen the adjusting sleeve clamp.

Fig 1: Loosening Adjusting Sleeve Clamp
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Remove the cotter pin and castellated nut. Discard the cotter pin.

Fig 2: Removing Cotter Pin And Castellated Nut
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Disconnect the steering sector shaft arm drag link.
- Use the Steering Arm Remover.
  
  Fig 3: Disconnecting Steering Sector Shaft Arm Drag Link
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Remove the steering sector shaft arm drag link.
- Note the number of turns required to remove the steering sector shaft arm drag link.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Steering Sector Shaft Arm Drag Link
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