Escape 2WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2010)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Toe Adjustment
Toe Adjustment
Front Toe Adjustment
1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
2. Turn the engine off. Hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position using a suitable holding device.
3. Check the toe settings following the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
4. Remove the steering gear bellows clamp(s).
5. Loosen the tie-rod jam nut(s).
6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the inner tie rod is rotated.
Rotate the inner tie rods to increase or decrease the front toe.
7. NOTICE: Hold the tie-rod end stationary with a wrench while tightening the nut or damage to the boot can occur.
NOTE: Do not disturb the toe settings while tightening the nut(s).
Tighten the tie-rod jam nut(s) to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
8. Install the steering gear bellows clamp(s).