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Toe Adjustment

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  1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  2. Turn the engine OFF and, using a suitable holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
  3. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the toe.
  4. Remove the steering gear bellows clamps.
    Fig 1: Locating Steering Gear Bellows Clamps
    GF0009642Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod End Jam Nuts
    GF0009643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel spindle tie rod is rotated.
    Fig 3: Locating Inner Tie Rods
    GF0009644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Rotate the inner tie rods until the toe setting is within specifications.
  8. Tighten the tie-rod end jam nuts to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  9. Install the steering gear bellows clamps.
  10. Recheck the toe settings and adjust as necessary.