Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: While repairing the power steering system, care should be taken to prevent the entry of foreign material or failure of the power steering components may result.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to JACKING & LIFTING .
If equipped, remove the skid plate bolts and the skid plate.
- To install (all except SVT Raptor), tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- To install (SVT Raptor), tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Disconnect the 4 steering gear turn tube fittings and remove the 2 turn tubes.
- To install, tighten the fittings to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
If necessary, remove the steering gear turn tube dampers.
- Inspect the O-ring seals and replace as necessary.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Fill the power steering system. For additional information, REFER to STEERING SYSTEM - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST STEERING (HPAS) .