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Steering Gear - Power: Assembly

  1. While holding the steering gear rack, install the tie-rods.
    Fig 1: Installing Tie-Rods
    G01561450Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. NOTE: Apply a thin coat of grease to the inner diameter of the inboard end of the bellows.
    Fig 2: Using Special Tool, Tightening Clamps
    G01561451Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the bellows boots and inboard clamps making sure that the air tube is inserted into the boot.
    • Using the special tool, tighten the clamps.
  4. CAUTION: Make sure that the end of the boot is positioned between the two grooves on the inner tie-rod or an internal leak can result.
    Fig 3: Installing Clamps
    G01561452Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the clamps.
  6. Install the jam nuts and the tie-rods using the index marks made during disassembly.
    Fig 4: Installing Jam Nuts And Tie-Rod
    G01561453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the steering gear. For additional information, refer to STEERING GEAR - 4X2  or STEERING GEAR - 4X4 .