E 150 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1997)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Disassembly
NOTE: The steering gear input shaft and seals can not be repaired or replaced separately. Gear replacement may be necessary.
1. Remove the steering gear.
2. Secure the steering gear in a soft jaw vise with the indexing flat pointed down.
3. Rotate the power steering gear input shaft and control from stop to stop and then center the gear.
4. Remove the four steering gear sector shaft housing cover bolts.
5. Tap on the lower end of the steering gear sector