Tempo L4-140 2.3L HSC (1986)
1.
Refer to the Parts Block in this article for correct parts usage.
2.
Replenish any grease (C3AZ-19578-A) which may have been removed from the rack teeth.
3.
For replacement plastic on steel ball joints that do not have the rivet feature, proceed as follows:
a.
Clean any contamination, dirt or oil from the rack threads and wipe dry.
CAUTION:
THOROUGHLY REMOVE ANY ABRASIVE MATERIAL. THESE CONTAMINANTS ARE EXTREMELY HARMFUL TO THE HIGH
PRESSURE STEERING GEAR RACK SEAL INTERFACE.
b.
Apply locking compound (E2FZ-19544-B) (Loctite 262 or equivalent) to the steering gear rack threads. The thread locking compound will
set sufficiently so that the vehicle may be driven when the remove and replace procedure is complete, including the alignment toe.
4.
Hold the rack securely as shown in Figure 7. If both inner tie rods are replaced, tighten each inner tie rod separately.
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For Mustang, Mark, Thunderbird, Cougar, Taurus, Sable, Continental, Aerostar, the torque specification is 55-60 lb.ft. (75-81 N-m).
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For Tempo/Topaz, the torque specification is 40-50 lb.ft. (54-68 N-m).
