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Toe Adjustment - Front

  1. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.
  2. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  3. Turn the engine OFF and, using a suitable holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
  4. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel inner tie rod is rotated.
    Fig 1: Locating Clamp
    G06401320Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the clamps.
  6. Loosen the tie-rod jam nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod Jam Nut
    G06401321Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Rotate the front wheel inner tie rods until the toe setting is within specification.
    Fig 3: Locating Front Wheel Inner Tie Rod
    G06401322Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. NOTE: Make sure to hold the tie-rod end stationary while tightening the nut or damage to the steering gear bellows can occur.
    NOTE: Make sure that the toe settings are not disturbed while tightening the nuts.
  9. Tighten the tie-rod jam nuts to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
  10. Install the clamps.
  11. Recheck the toe settings and adjust if necessary.