Steering Gear - (5.0L): Removal

NOTE: Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

NOTE: LHD illustration shown, RHD is similar.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the radiator access panel.
- Remove the 4 bolts.
Remove the front RH splash shield.
- Remove the 4 clips.
Remove the front LH splash shield.
- Remove the 4 clips.

CAUTION: Do not turn the steering wheel with the steering column lower shaft disconnected as damage to the clockspring and steering wheel switches may occur.

NOTE: Make sure the steering is in the straight ahead position.

Release the universal joint from the steering gear.
- Remove and discard the bolt.

NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.

Release both tie-rod end ball joints.
- Loosen the locknut.
- Release both track rods from tie rod ends, note the number of turns for installation.
Disconnect the pressure lines from the power steering gear.
- Remove the bolt.
- Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seals.
Remove the steering gear high-pressure line.
- Remove the bolts.
Disconnect the steering gear electrical connector.
Remove the steering gear.
- Remove the 2 bolts and discard the cage nuts.
- Release the steering gear.