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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: Locating Steering Gear Clamps
    G04679602Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Loosen the tie-rod jam nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod Jam Nuts
    G04679603Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the tie rod is rotated.
    Fig 3: Locating Tie Rods
    G04679604Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Rotate the tie rods until the toe setting is within specifications.
  8. Tighten the jam nuts to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  9. Install the steering gear bellows clamps.
  10. Recheck the front toe settings and adjust as necessary.