E 350 V8-5.4L (2008)
Steering Damper: Service and Repair
Steering Linkage Damper
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the steering linkage damper-to-frame bracket nut and bolt.
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To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
2. Remove the steering linkage damper-to-drag link bracket nut and then remove the damper.
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To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
3. NOTE: If installing a new steering linkage damper-to-drag link bracket, make sure the bracket is properly positioned on the drag link before
tightening the U-bolt nuts.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
4. Rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop. Verify that the steering linkage damper is not bottoming out and that the steering linkage reaches its
full travel when the steering wheel is turned from stop-to-stop.
