Ranger 2WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (1998)
angle. Failure to do so will result in damage to the wheel and tire assembly.
2. Install the upper ball joint.
(1) Install the ball joint into the spindle.
(2) Install a new pinch bolt and nut.
3. Remove the Coil Spring Compressor.
4. Install the tie rod castellated nut.
(1) Install the castellated nut.
(2) Install a new cotter pin.
CAUTION: Always install the cotter pin into the tie rod castellated nut from outboard to inboard, with the fingers bent together at a right angle.
Failure to do so will result in damage to the wheel and tire assembly.
5. Install the front shock absorber and the two lower nuts.
