Steering Gear: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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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.
Index-mark the tie-rod end to the tie-rod end jam nut and to the spindle tie- rod.
Disassemble the components in the order indicated in Fig 2.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.

Fig 2: Assembling Steering Gear Components And Parts Description Chart
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After installing the steering gear in the vehicle, adjust the front toe. For additional information, Refer to SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article .