How to service the inner tie rod on Ford Edge?

You must first remove the steering gear for tie rod inner servicing and take notes on the alignment between the pinion shaft and steering gear housing since these marks will help reinstallation. A soft-jaw vise should hold the steering gear to avoid damage during service operations. The tie-rod end jam nut needs loosening to separate the outer end but this component requires tightening to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs) upon reinstallation. During right-hand inner tie-rod end removal it is necessary to detach both bellows boots which require removing four bellow clamps and two steering gear bellows boots. Apply a suitable wrench on the piston shaft when removing the inner tie-rod end because you should tighten it at 103 Nm (76 ft. lbs) during assembly. Under no circumstances should the procedure continue without holding the piston shaft during inner tie rod tightening because subsequent new lock washer crimping is mandatory. The reinstallation process carries out procedures exactly opposite to removal steps.

How to service and repair the inner tie rod on Ford Mustang?

To repair and service the inner tie rod start by taking off the tire and wheel and next soften the tie-rod end jam nut and remove the tie-rod end nut before disposal of both items. Prior to tie-rod end reinstallation you must note the number of turns required for removal using a Tie-Rod End Remover while disconnecting the end from the wheel knuckle. The service continues with tie-rod end jam nut removal after which you must discard the clamps for both inner and outer bellows boots before removing the steering gear bellows boot. Position the steering gear in the middle by applying an appropriate wrench on the flat rack gear surface while preventing rack rotation which could cause damage to the inner tie rod. During right-hand side repairs an assistant should help because holding the steering gear requires pulling back the left-hand inner tie-rod boot. Inner tie rods need a suitable crowfoot-style tool for removal or an appropriate crowfoot wrench which must be used in combination with cleaning all abrasive material off the usable parts. To install the inner tie rod you must hold the steering gear rack while tightening the rod with a crowfoot tool to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft). The steering gear bellows boot should receive steering gear grease within its groove in the inner tie rod while both parts are properly positioned with the boot over the housing bead yet fitted in the tie rod groove without twisting while securing the vent tube into the vent nipple. Boot Clamp Pliers should be used for installing a new inner bellows boot clamp onto the steering gear bellows boot. Install the steering gear bellows between the two grooves on the inner tie rod for leak prevention before securing a new outer boot clamp. Forge the jam nut onto the inner rod before fixing the tie-rod end to it while maintaining the number of turning strokes which were noted earlier. The procedure requires mounting the tie-rod end onto the wheel knuckle before installing a new tie-rod end nut up to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft) torque while the jam nut needs a final torque setting of 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). The final front toe inspection should occur after completing this step.

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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: 7T4Z-3280-A
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- Other Name: Rod; Steering Tie Rod End, Inner; Inner Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Inner
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Edge | 2007-2014 | Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: 1F1Z-3280-AA
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- Other Name: Rod; Steering Tie Rod End, Inner; Inner Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: Inner (replacing the F6DZ 3280 AA), When replacing inner tie rods, use boots & clamps listed to ensure a proper seal and minimize contamination. 3.0L
- Position: Inner
- Replaces: F6DZ-3280-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Taurus | 1996-2007 | G, GL, LX, SE, SE Comfort, SEL, SES, SVG | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: AC3Z-3A130-N
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer Driver Side
- Replaced by: LC3Z-3A130-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 | 1999 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 2009, 1999-2007 | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 2009, 1999-2004 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Inner Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: AC3Z-3A130-M
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Inner; Inner Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Inner Driver Side
- Replaced by: LC3Z-3A130-B
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 | 1999 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 2009, 1999-2006 | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 2009, 1999-2004 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: YL8Z-3280-EA
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- Other Name: Rod; Steering Tie Rod End, Inner; Inner Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Inner
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2001-2007 | Limited, XLS, XLT, XLT No Boundaries, XLT Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: PC3Z-3A131-J
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- Other Name: End Assembly - Drag Link Rod; Outer Tie Rod; Drag Link End
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 6C3Z-3A131-D, MEOE-167, HC3Z-3A131-B, 5C3Z-3304-BB, 8C3Z-3A131-D, 7C3Z-3A131-B, BC3Z-3A131-B, MEF-356, MEOE-216, MEOE-120, MEOE-159
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2007-2022 | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
- F-350 Super Duty | 2008-2022, 2005-2006 | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: PC3Z-3A131-DA
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: BC3Z-3A131-D, MEOE-218
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-350 Super Duty | 2023 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: AC3Z-3A131-F
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer Driver Side
- Replaces: 8C3Z-3A131-F
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2007 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 2005-2007 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL
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Ford Outer Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: LC3Z-3A131-E
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 1C3Z-3A131-AA, 4C3Z-3A131-AD, MEOE-117
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 | 1999 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999-2006 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 1999-2004 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: LC3Z-3A131-A
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- Other Name: End Assembly - Drag Link Rod
- Replaces: AC3Z-3A131-N, 8C3Z-3A131-J, MEF-2, MEOE-130
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 | 1999 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999-2006 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 1999-2004 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Outer Tie Rod Part Number: PC3Z-3A131-D
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2023-2024 | XL | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
- F-350 Super Duty | 2023-2024 | Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: GR3Z-3280-F
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- Other Name: Kit - Tie Rod
- Replaces: GR3Z-3280-D, MEF-388, MEF-313, FR3Z-3280-C
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Mustang | 2015-2023 | Bullitt, EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT 50 Years Limited Edition, GT Premium, Mach 1, Shelby GT350, Shelby GT350R, Shelby GT500, V6 | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Ford Inner Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: 2L3Z-3A130-DA
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Right Inner; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Inner Passenger Side
- Replaces: F65Z-3A130-DA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 1997-2002 | Eddie Bauer, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 | 1997-2004 | Base, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lightning, STX, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 Heritage | 2004 | SVT Lightning, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 | 1997-1999 | Base, Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: E9SZ-3280-A
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- Other Name: Rod
- Manufacturer Note: Rod assy. (front wheel spindle connecting- incl. 387580-S2)
- Replaced by: F6SZ-3280-BA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Aerostar | 1989-1990 | Base, Eddie Bauer, XL, XL Plus, XLT, XLT Plus | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Thunderbird | 1989-1991 | Base, LX, Super Coupe | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Inner Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: PC3Z-3A131-F
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
- Position: Passenger Side
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2023-2024 | XL | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
- F-350 Super Duty | 2023-2024 | Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford Outer Tie Rod Part Number: LL8Z-3A130-A
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer
- Position: Outer
- Replaces: 8L8Z-3A130-A, MEOE-171
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2008-2009 | Hybrid, Limited, Limited Hybrid, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Outer Tie Rod, Front Passenger Side Part Number: GN1Z-3A130-B
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Front Right Outer
- Position: Front Outer Passenger Side
Fits the following Ford Models:
- EcoSport | 2018-2022 | S, SE, SES, Titanium | 3 Cyl 1.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: LC3Z-3A130-B
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
- Replaces: 7C3Z-3A130-M, AC3Z-3A130-M, MEOE-85, MEOE-206, 6C3Z-3A130-A, MEOE-232
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999-2007 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 1999-2007 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Inner Tie Rod Part Number: 6M6Z-3280-A
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- Other Name: Rod; Steering Tie Rod End, Inner; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Inner
- Replaces: 5M6Z-3280-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2005-2007 | Hybrid, Limited, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: LC3Z-3A130-A
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 7C3Z-3A130-N, MEOE-207, 6C3Z-3A130-B, AC3Z-3A130-N, MEOE-86
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999-2006 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 1999-2006 | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Tie Rod converts the movement of the steering wheel into the precise alterations in the direction and control of wheels. In 1913, Ford was the first company to introduce the moving assembly line, reducing the time to build a car and making cars affordable. Ford drives EcoBoost engines which combine aggressive acceleration with affordable fuel figures among ordinary drivers. Ford equips cabins with SYNC voice control and Co-Pilot360 assistance which monitors lanes and strikes brakes when danger is involved. Ford has also introduced battery-powered vehicles such as the F-150 Lightning, reducing tailpipe emissions to zero and still being able to carry massive cargo. Many decades of mass manufacturing ensure that we have plenty of parts and that prices remain reasonable to those drivers with small budgets. The firm relies on intelligent software to combine information about the powertrain and driver behavior with smoother and safer journeys. Ongoing studies since 1903 make the drivetrains lighter, stronger, and more efficient with each passing year. The Tie Rod is fitted inside the steering system to connect the rack gear to every steering knuckle and turns the input of the driver into precise wheel angles, which make the car stay straight at all speeds and on all surfaces. The Tie Rod features a heavy steel shaft with greased ball sockets that enable it to shake off potholes and vibration increasing steering life. The toe placement is controlled by inner and outer ends, thus making a balanced Tie Rod protect the tread of tires and wiring the great mileage out of each gallon. Frequent checks reveal joint play at the first stage, as once a worn Tie Rod starts to loosen, the wheel will stray and cornering confidence will be lost in a short period.

Ford Tie Rod Parts and Q&A

Inner Tie Rod
7T4Z-3280-A
Q: How to service the inner tie rod on Ford Edge?
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You must first remove the steering gear for tie rod inner servicing and take notes on the alignment between the pinion shaft and steering gear housing since these marks will help reinstallation. A soft-jaw vise should hold the steering gear to avoid damage during service operations. The tie-rod end jam nut needs loosening to separate the outer end but this component requires tightening to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs) upon reinstallation. During right-hand inner tie-rod end removal it is necessary to detach both bellows boots which require removing four bellow clamps and two steering gear bellows boots. Apply a suitable wrench on the piston shaft when removing the inner tie-rod end because you should tighten it at 103 Nm (76 ft. lbs) during assembly. Under no circumstances should the procedure continue without holding the piston shaft during inner tie rod tightening because subsequent new lock washer crimping is mandatory. The reinstallation process carries out procedures exactly opposite to removal steps.
Inner Tie Rod
9R3Z-3280-B
Q: How to service and repair the inner tie rod on Ford Mustang?
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To repair and service the inner tie rod start by taking off the tire and wheel and next soften the tie-rod end jam nut and remove the tie-rod end nut before disposal of both items. Prior to tie-rod end reinstallation you must note the number of turns required for removal using a Tie-Rod End Remover while disconnecting the end from the wheel knuckle. The service continues with tie-rod end jam nut removal after which you must discard the clamps for both inner and outer bellows boots before removing the steering gear bellows boot. Position the steering gear in the middle by applying an appropriate wrench on the flat rack gear surface while preventing rack rotation which could cause damage to the inner tie rod. During right-hand side repairs an assistant should help because holding the steering gear requires pulling back the left-hand inner tie-rod boot. Inner tie rods need a suitable crowfoot-style tool for removal or an appropriate crowfoot wrench which must be used in combination with cleaning all abrasive material off the usable parts. To install the inner tie rod you must hold the steering gear rack while tightening the rod with a crowfoot tool to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft). The steering gear bellows boot should receive steering gear grease within its groove in the inner tie rod while both parts are properly positioned with the boot over the housing bead yet fitted in the tie rod groove without twisting while securing the vent tube into the vent nipple. Boot Clamp Pliers should be used for installing a new inner bellows boot clamp onto the steering gear bellows boot. Install the steering gear bellows between the two grooves on the inner tie rod for leak prevention before securing a new outer boot clamp. Forge the jam nut onto the inner rod before fixing the tie-rod end to it while maintaining the number of turning strokes which were noted earlier. The procedure requires mounting the tie-rod end onto the wheel knuckle before installing a new tie-rod end nut up to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft) torque while the jam nut needs a final torque setting of 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). The final front toe inspection should occur after completing this step.