Ford Ecosport: Power Steering / Removal and Installation - Tie Rod End

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) Remover, Tie-Rod End

Removal

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

1. Remove the wheel and tire.
   Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
   

1. NOTICE: Make sure that a new nut is installed.

   Remove and discard the tie rod end nut.
   Torque: 39 lb.ft (53 Nm)

1. NOTICE: Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.

   Loosen the tie rod end jamb nut.
   Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

1. Separate the tie rod end from the wheel knuckle.
   Use Special Service Tool: 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D)  Remover, Tie-Rod End.

1. NOTE: Note the position of the component before removal.

   NOTE: Make sure that the tie rod end is installed with the same number of turns as when removed.

   Remove the tie rod end.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Check and if necessary, adjust front toe.
   Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).