Lincoln Navigator: Power Steering / Tie Rod End. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTICE:
Disconnect the battery ground cable anytime the
steering linkage is being serviced or damage to the steering gear may
occur resulting in steering gear replacement.
Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Loosen the tie rod end jam nut.
Torque:
76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
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NOTE:
Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove and discard the outer tie rod end nut.
Torque:
66 lb.ft (90 Nm)
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NOTICE:
Do not use a hammer to separate the outer
tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle may
result.
NOTICE:
Use care when installing the tie rod separator or damage to the outer tie-rod end boot may occur.
Separate the outer tie rod end from the wheel spindle.
Use the General Equipment: Tie Rod End Remover
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NOTE:
Count and record the number of turns required to
remove the outer tie-rod end for reference during installation.
Remove the tie rod end.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check and if necessary, adjust front toe.
Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Boot Clamp Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life GreaseXG-1-E1
ESA-M1C75-B
Removal
Remove the tie rod end...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Boot Clamp Pliers
Removal
Remove the inner CV joint boot.
Refer to: Inner Constant Velocity (CV) Joint Boot (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
Remove and discard the CV joint boot clamps.
Remove the CV joint boot.
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Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct supplemental restraint system operation during a
crash. Follow all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step
instructions may result in incorrect operation of the supplemental
restraint system and increases the risk of serious personal injury or
death in a crash.
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