Lincoln Aviator: Power Steering / Removal and Installation - Tie Rod End
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Loosen the tie rod end jam nut.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
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Remove and discard the outer tie rod end nut.
Torque:
52 lb.ft (70 Nm)
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NOTICE:
Do not use a hammer to separate the outer
tie-rod end from the wheel spindle or damage to the wheel spindle may
result.
NOTICE:
Use care when installing the tie rod separator or damage to the outer tie-rod end boot may occur.
Separate the outer tie rod end from the wheel knuckle.
Use the General Equipment: Tie Rod End Remover
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NOTE:
Count and record the number of turns required to
remove the outer tie-rod end for reference during installation.
Remove the tie-rod end.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check and if necessary, adjust front toe.
Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Boot Clamp Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life GreaseXG-1-E1
ESA-M1C75-B
Removal
NOTICE:
When servicing inner tie rods, install a new bellows boot
and clamps...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCM
B1A85:11
Ambient Light Sensor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
B1A85:13
Ambient Light Sensor:Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
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All other BCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
REFER to: Body Control Module (BCM) (419-10 Multifunction Electronic Modules, Diagnosis and Testing)...
Note: The controls change when you enter
a submenu.
Move the selector switch up to
enter the navigation submenu.
Move the selector switch down to
enter the settings submenu.
Move the selector switch to the
right to enter the mode phone
submenu...