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Toe Adjustment - Front

  1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  2. Turn the engine OFF and, using a suitable steering wheel holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
  3. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.
  4. Remove the steering gear bellows clamps.
    Fig 1: Location of Steering Gear Bellows Clamp
    G06262494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Loosen the tie-rod jam nuts.
    Fig 2: Location of Tie-Rod Jam Nut
    G06262495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the tie rod is rotated.
    Fig 3: Location of Tie Rod
    G06262496Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Rotate the tie rods until the toe setting is within specifications.
  7. Tighten the jam nuts to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  8. Install the steering gear bellows clamps.
  9. Recheck the front toe settings and adjust as necessary.
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