Ford Ecosport: Power Steering / Removal and Installation - Steering Gear

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Steering System / Power Steering / Removal and Installation - Steering Gear

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the front subframe.
Refer to: Front Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the front stabilizer bracket bolts.
Torque: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm)

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove and discard the steering gear mounting bolts and remove the steering gear.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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Removal and Installation - Steering Gear Boot

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Removal and Installation - Brake Disc Shield

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the brake disc.
Refer to: Brake Disc (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolts and brake disc.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)