Over-Center Position
- Using Pitman Arm Puller (T64P-3590-F), disconnect pitman arm from sector shaft. Disconnect fluid return line at pump reservoir. Cap reservoir return line pipe. Place end of return line in clean container.
- Turn steering wheel in both directions several times to drain fluid. Remove horn button from steering wheel. Turn steering wheel until positioned 45 degrees from left steering stop.
- Using an INCH lb. torque wrench on steering wheel nut, measure force required to turn steering shaft 1/8 turn from 45 degree position. Turn steering wheel back to center position. Measure force required to move steering shaft back and forth across center position.
- Loosen lock nut. Turn adjusting screw until reading across center position is 14-18 INCH lbs. (1.6-2.0 N.m) greater than reading across 45 degree position. Tighten lock nut while holding adjusting screw in place. Attach pitman arm. Reconnect hoses. Attach horn button.
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.