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Front Toe Adjustment

  1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  2. Turn the engine OFF, and hold the steering wheel in the straight forward position by attaching a rigid link from the steering wheel to the seat.
  3. Remove the steering gear bellows clamps.
    Fig 1: Removing Steering Gear Bellows Clamps
    G03988270Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Loosen the nuts.
    • Clean and lubricate the nuts and the tie-rod threads.
      Fig 2: Loosening Tie-Rod Nut
      G03988271Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the tie-rod is rotated.
  6. Rotate the tie-rods as necessary to adjust the toe setting.
  7. Tighten the nuts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
    Fig 3: Adjusting Toe Setting
    G03988271Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the steering gear bellows clamps.
  9. Recheck the toe settings. Follow the alignment equipment manufacturer's instructions.