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Front Toe Adjustment

Adjustment 

  1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.
  2. Steering wheel in straight ahead position.
    GFD182069Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. NOTE: Hold the tie-rod end stationary with a wrench while loosening the nut or damage to the boot can occur.

    On both sides.

    1. Position aside the steering gear boot clamp.
    2. Loosen the outer tie rod end jamb nut.
    3. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the inner tie rod is rotated.

      Rotate the inner tie-rods an equal amount in either a clockwise or a counterclockwise direction to adjust the toe setting on both sides.

    GFD182070Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: Do not disturb the toe settings while tightening the nut(s).

    On both sides.

    1. Tighten the outer tie rod end jamb nut.

      Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

    2. Position the steering gear boot clamp.

    GFD182071Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Recheck the toe settings and adjust as necessary.