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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 using a suitable holding device.
  3. Loosen the nuts and remove the clamps.
    Fig 1: Locating Nut And Clamp
    G01527340Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel spindle tie-rod is rotated.
    Fig 2: Rotating Front Wheel Spindle Tie-Rods
    G01527341Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Rotate the front wheel spindle tie-rods.
  6. Tighten the nuts. Install the clamps.
    Fig 3: Locating Nuts And Clamps Of Front Toe
    G01527342Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Start the engine and recenter the steering wheel.
    • Recheck the toe settings and adjust if necessary.