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Steering Gear - 3.0L 2V: Installation

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  1. Position the steering gear mounting bolts in the subframe holes and install the nuts.
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Gear Mounting Bolts In Subframe Holes
    G01591786Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the bolt.
    Fig 2: Identifying Bracket To Steering Gear
    G01591787Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the air bag clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the wheel has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
    Fig 3: Installing Front Subframe Bolt
    G01591788Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Raise the subframe and install the new bolts.
    • Guide the steering column intermediate shaft coupling onto the steering gear input shaft as the subframe is raised into position.
  4. Position the catalytic converter between the Y-pipe and the muffler.
    • Install the gasket and the nuts.
    Fig 4: Installing Catalytic Converter Nuts And Gasket
    G01591789Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the U-bolt and the nuts.
    Fig 5: Installing Muffler Inlet Pipe Nuts And U-Bolt
    G01591790Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. CAUTION: Do not use power tools to tighten the nuts. The stabilizer bar link ball joint or boot can be damaged.
    Fig 6: Connecting Stabilizer Bar Links To Stabilizer Bar
    G01591791Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the stabilizer bar links to the stabilizer bar and while holding the hex feature install the nuts.
  7. Install the tie-rod ends, nuts and the cotter pins.
    Fig 7: Installing Tie-Rod Ends And Cotter Pins
    G01591792Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Tighten the tie-rod end jam nuts.
    Fig 8: Tightening Tie-Rod End Jam Nuts
    G01591793Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the front wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .
  10. Using the special tool, install new seals on the power steering hose fittings.
    Fig 9: Installing New Seals On Power Steering Hose Fittings
    G01591794Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the power steering lines.
    Fig 10: Connecting Power Steering Lines
    G01591795Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Turn the steering wheel 1/2 turn to the right.
  13. Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt.
    Fig 11: Installing Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt
    G01591796Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the bolt.
    Fig 12: Installing Power Steering Pressure Hose Bolt
    G01591797Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the engine roll restrictor and tighten the bolts.
    Fig 13: Installing Engine Roll Restrictor And Tightening Bolts
    G01591798Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .
  17. Fill and leak check the system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  18. Check and adjust toe settings as necessary. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES .
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