How to service and repair the outer tie rod end on Ford Escort?

The service process for repairing the outer tie rod end starts through key operation to the RUN position followed by vehicle elevation for support. Start your procedure by unfastening lug nuts to remove the wheel together with tire. Detach the tie rod end castellated nut by removing its cotter pin and then removing the nut. Attach the Tie Rod End Separator device between the front wheel knuckle and tie rod end. Perform marking on the tie rod end together with the tie rod end jam nut and the front wheel spindle tie rod. The next step involves easing the tie rod end jam nut and taking out the tie rod end. The new tie rod end must be threaded onto the front wheel spindle tie rod until it reaches the installation marks and the tie rod end jam nut should be tightened. Connect the tie rod end to the front wheel knuckle while tightening the castellated nut until the holes match with the pin position before installing both components. Next install the wheel together with its tire then lower the vehicle before aligning the front wheels to specification as described.

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Ford Escort Tie Rod Part Number: E3FZ-3A130-A
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End; Inner Tie Rod; Outer Tie Rod
- Manufacturer Note: OUTER; #SLOTTED STUD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1990 Ford Escort | Base, GL, GT, GT Turbo, L, LX, LX Sport, Pony | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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Ford Escort Outer Tie Rod Part Number: FOCZ-3A130-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-2003 Ford Escort | Base, LX, LX Sport, SE, Sport, ZX2, ZX2 Cool Coupe, ZX2 Hot Coupe, ZX2 S/R | 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

Ford Escort Tie Rod End

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Ford Escort Tie Rod End refers to one of the most crucial parts within the Ford Escort automobile company that deal with the steering system to make sure that the vehicle runs as required on the road. This critical component links steering rack to the steering knuckles by providing accurate response and steadiness on the road. The Tie Rod End consists of two main components: such as the inner tie rod end and the outer tie rod end that plays an important role in the steering and the handling of the car. Due to the long lasting material that is used to make the Ford Escort Tie Rod End, it has become popular among the Ford car lovers. Its relevance in the continued effective and safe functioning of Escorts, manufactured between 1981 and 2003, is further proved by compatibility with different models. Ford Escort was highly regarded as one of the best American cars and at some point it went through various transformations, for each one of them the Tie Rod End was modified to best suit it. Other factors that make the Tie Rod End vital include extras like stiffer suspension system in some models of the vehicle. Holding an important place in contributing the quality of handling and turn response, the Ford Escort Tie Rod End is positioned in an optimal manner. For being widely used in different models of Escort cars and being able to maintain its efficiency up to date in all, it underlines some of the company's aspirations and implants in the field of quality and development.

Ford Escort Tie Rod End Parts and Q&A

Outer Tie Rod
FOCZ-3A130-A
Q: How to service and repair the outer tie rod end on Ford Escort?
A:
The service process for repairing the outer tie rod end starts through key operation to the RUN position followed by vehicle elevation for support. Start your procedure by unfastening lug nuts to remove the wheel together with tire. Detach the tie rod end castellated nut by removing its cotter pin and then removing the nut. Attach the Tie Rod End Separator device between the front wheel knuckle and tie rod end. Perform marking on the tie rod end together with the tie rod end jam nut and the front wheel spindle tie rod. The next step involves easing the tie rod end jam nut and taking out the tie rod end. The new tie rod end must be threaded onto the front wheel spindle tie rod until it reaches the installation marks and the tie rod end jam nut should be tightened. Connect the tie rod end to the front wheel knuckle while tightening the castellated nut until the holes match with the pin position before installing both components. Next install the wheel together with its tire then lower the vehicle before aligning the front wheels to specification as described.