Lincoln Corsair: Power Steering / Removal and Installation - Steering Gear
Removal
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Remove the front subframe.
Refer to: Front Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
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Remove and discard the steering gear retainers.
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Position the steering gear to the RH side then remove it from the front subframe.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the retainers and the steering gear shield.
Installation
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NOTE:
Hand start retainers.
With all retainers finger tightened, complete the
tightening sequence, as shown below. Stage 1 on each retainer then stage
2.
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Position the steering gear.
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Tighten the steering gear retainers.
Torque:
Stage 1:
52 lb.ft (70 Nm)
Stage 2:
120°
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Install the steering gear shield and the retainers.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
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Install the front subframe.
Refer to: Front Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
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)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Boot Clamp Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life GreaseXG-1-E1
ESA-M1C75-B
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right (RH hand side ) similar...
Other information:
System Operation
Catalyst And Exhaust Systems
The
catalytic converter and exhaust systems work together to control the
release of harmful engine exhaust emissions into the atmosphere. The
engine exhaust gas consists mainly of nitrogen (N), CO2 and water (H2O)...
Removal
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
Remove the front seat cushion cover.
Refer to: Front Seat Cushion Cover - Vehicles With: Multi-Contour Seats (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
Cushion adjuster
Remove the front seat cushion blower motor...