E 350 V8-6.0L DSL Turbo VIN P (2004)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Steering Gear
Special Tool(s)
Removal and Installation
NOTE: New O-ring seals must be installed any time the lines are disconnected from the steering gear.
1. Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead position and the ignition switch in the OFF position.
2. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while the intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result.
If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered.
Remove the bolt and detach the intermediate shaft from the gear.
3. Disconnect the lines.
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Discard the O-ring seals.
4. With vehicle in NEUTRAL, place on a hoist.
