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Front Toe Adjustment

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

Wheel Alignment System
 

Adjustment 

NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.
  1. Using a holding device, hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
    GFD343989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, check the front toe setting on both sides. Use the General Equipment: Wheel Alignment System
    1. On both sides. Loosen the outer tie rod end jamb nut.

      Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)

    2. On both sides. Position aside the steering gear boot clamp.
    3. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the inner tie rod is rotated.

      On both sides. Rotate the inner tie rods until the toe reading is within specifications.

    GFD343990Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Recheck the toe settings and adjust as necessary.