Steering Gear: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the steering gear. For additional information, refer to STEERING GEAR .
Drain any excess power steering fluid from the steering gear and then clean the exterior of the gear using a suitable solvent.
Disassemble the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Fig 2: Steering Gear Disassembly Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
After installing the steering gear in the vehicle, adjust the front toe. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM