Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the outer tie-rod end cotter pin, nut retainer and nut.
- Discard the cotter pin.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Using the special tool, separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel spindle.
- Loosen the adjusting sleeve clamp nut and remove the outer tie-rod end.
- To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
- Position the adjusting sleeve clamp opening downward within 45 degrees of vertical.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
NOTE:
If the cotter pin does not line up with the slot in the nut, increase the torque until the next slot in the nut aligns with the hole in the stud. Never loosen the nut to align the slot.
NOTE:
For reference during installation, count and record the number of turns required to remove the outer tie-rod end from the adjusting sleeve.
NOTE:
When tightened, the adjusting sleeve bolts, nuts and clamps must be positioned within 45 degrees (±) of vertical. The threaded ends of the adjusting sleeve bolts should point towards the front of the vehicle.