Mustang V8-4.6L (2009)
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Using the Engine Lifting Bracket and Engine Support Bar, raise the LH side of the engine to gain clearance for removal of the power steering
pressure line clamp plate bolt and the steering gear mounting bolt.
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6. Remove the front wheels and tires.
7. Remove and discard the 2 tie-rod end nuts. Using the Tie-Rod End Remover, disconnect the tie-rod ends from the wheel knuckles.
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To install, tighten the new nuts to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
8. NOTICE: Do not allow the intermediate shaft to rotate while it is disconnected from the steering gear or damage to the clockspring may
result. If there is evidence that the intermediate shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional
information, refer to Air Bag Systems.
Remove the steering column coupling-to-steering gear bolt and disconnect the coupling from the steering gear.
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Discard the bolt.
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To install, tighten the new bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
9. NOTICE: When installing the pressure and return lines to the steering gear, make sure the lines are fully seated into the steering gear
prior to installing the clamp plate. Additionally, make sure that the clamp plate surfaces are free of foreign material. DO NOT exceed the
specified torque when tightening the clamp plate. Leakage and/or premature failure of the power steering components may occur.
NOTE: New O-ring seals must be installed anytime the power steering lines are disconnected from the steering gear.
Remove the power steering line clamp plate bolt, rotate the clamp plate and disconnect the power steering pressure and return lines.
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Discard the O-ring seals.
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To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
10. Remove the pressure line bracket-to-steering gear bolt.
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To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
11. Remove the pressure line bracket-to-crossmember bolt.
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Position the pressure line aside.
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To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
12. Remove the 2 bolts and the steering gear.
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To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
14. Fill the power steering system.
15. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe.
