Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
7. Attach an inch pound torque wrench to the (A) bolt and measure the steering gear meshload from center.
NOTE: Reset the steering gear meshload only if the measured rotating torque for total on-center load is less than specification.
8. Adjust if out of specification.
9. Remove the fan blade assembly and fan shroud to access the sector shaft locknut.
10. Adjust the sector shaft to proper rotating torque.
(1) Hold the sector shaft and loosen the meshload adjuster locknut.
(2) Adjust the sector shaft.
11. Verify that the rotating torque is to specification. Reset if necessary.
