F 450 2WD Super Duty V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (2003)
12. Remove and discard the nut and bolt from the steering damper-to-axle mounting bracket, and secure the steering damper to the tie rod.
13. Remove the outer tie-rod end cotter pins and nuts.
14. Using the special tool, separate the outer tie-rods and remove the steering linkage as an assembly.
15. Remove and discard the U-bolt retaining nuts and the U-bolts.
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Remove the spring spacer plates.
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Lower the jack, and remove the axle assembly.