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Toe Adjustment - Front

  1. Using a suitable steering wheel holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
  2. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the toe.
  3. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nuts.
    Fig 1: Locating Tie-Rod End Jam Nuts
    G04651413Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the steering gear boot outer clamps.
    Fig 2: Locating Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamps
    G04651414Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Rotate the tie rods as necessary to adjust the toe setting.
    Fig 3: Rotating Tie Rods
    G04651415Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Tighten the tie-rod end jam nuts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
    Fig 4: Locating Tie-Rod End Jam Nuts
    G04651416Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the steering gear boot outer clamps.
    Fig 5: Locating Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamps
    G04651417Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Recheck the toe settings, adjust as necessary.