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Tie Rod: Installation

1.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

2.

NOTE: Thoroughly remove any abrasive material or damage to the steering gear can result.

NOTE: Clean gear before installing the new O-ring.

Clean the specified area. And install the O-ring seal provided with the bellows boot kit.

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3.

Apply the specified grease to the steering gear-to-bellows boot mating surface and bellows boot groove on the inner tie-rod.
Material: Motorcraft ® Premium Long-Life Grease / XG-1-E1 (ESA-M1C75-B)

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4.

Check and if necessary, adjust front toe. Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment .