Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 5 (2003)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
Tie Rod End
Special Tools
Special Tool(s)
Removal
1. Loosen the front wheel nuts.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the wheel.
4. Loosen the tie-rod end locknut and remove the retaining nut.
1
Loosen the locknut.
2
Remove the retaining nut.
5. Using the special tool, release the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.
6. NOTE: Make a note of the number of turns used to remove the tie-rod end.