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Steering Gear: Material

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

Item Specification
Steering Gear Grease C3AZ-19578-A ESW-M1C87-A
CAUTION: While repairing the power steering system, care should be taken to prevent the entry of contaminants or premature failure of the power steering components can result.
NOTE: New O-ring seals must be installed any time the lines are disconnected from the steering gear.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
    Fig 1: Holding Steering Wheel In Straight-Ahead Position Using A Suitable Holding Device
    G03280538Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position using a suitable holding device.
  2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
    CAUTION: The boots and clamps are designed to provide an airtight seal and protect the internal components of the steering gear. If the seal is not airtight the vacuum generated during turning will draw water and contamination into the gear causing premature damage.
    CAUTION: Zip ties do not produce an airtight seal and must not be used.
    CAUTION: The inner ball joint grease is not compatible with water and contamination trapped in the grease will degrade the life of the joint.
    CAUTION: If present, the orientation of the vent tube must be noted so the boots and vent tubes can be installed in the correct location.
  3. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

    To remove individual parts only carry out the listed steps: 

    PARTS REMOVING STEPS SPECIFICATION

    Part Steps
    Steering gear O-rings 12-15
    Inner tie-rod 1-7
    Steering gear 1, 8-17
    VAPS switch 18-19
    Fig 2: Identifying Removing Order Of Steering Parts
    G03280539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  5. Fill and leak test the system. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING .
  6. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front end alignment. For additional information, refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES .
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