Escort ZX2 L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3 (2000)
9. Remove the (A) bolts and the (B) crossmember.
10. Disconnect the power steering return hose from the steering gear.
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Cap the power steering return hose and the steering gear.
11. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose from the steering gear.
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Cap the power steering pressure hose and the steering gear.
12. Remove the strap holding the hoses to the steering gear and discard.
13. On vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle, remove the nut and disconnect the transmission gearshift rod and clevis from the transaxle.
14. On vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle, remove the extension bar nut and disconnect the gearshift lever stabilizer bar and support from the
transaxle.
