Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L (2008)
3. Remove the power steering fluid cooler.
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4. Remove the outer tie-rod end cotter pins and nuts.
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Discard the cotter pins.
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To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
5. CAUTION: Do not damage the tie-rod boot when installing the special tool.
NOTE: Remove the adapter from the ball end of the special tool. Apply a small amount of grease to the tie-rod end stud and the ball of the
special tool.
Using special tool, separate the outer tie-rod ends from the wheel spindles.
6. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected from the steering gear or damage
to the clockspring may result. If there is evidence that the steering column has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered.
Remove the lower steering column shaft-to- steering gear bolt and disconnect the lower steering column shaft from the gear.
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Discard the bolt.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
7. Remove the steering line clamp plate nut and disconnect the pressure and return lines.
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Discard the O-ring seals.
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To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
8. Plug or cap the return line, pressure line and the steering gear ports to prevent the entry of dirt.
9. CAUTION: Hold the tops of the steering gear studs to avoid damaging the steering gear fluid transfer tubes.
Remove the 2 steering gear nuts and the 2 steering gear studs.
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To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
10. Remove the steering gear.
11. If necessary, remove the outer tie-rod ends.
12. CAUTION: New O-ring seals must be installed any time the power steering lines are disconnected from the steering gear or a fluid leak
may occur.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Install new power steering line O-ring seals.
13. Fill the power steering system.
14. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe.
