Mountaineer V8-302 5.0L VIN P EFI (1998)
Tie Rod End: Testing and Inspection
1. Disconnect the tie rod end from the front wheel spindle.
NOTE: This check may be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.
2. Move the front wheel spindle tie rod back and forth three times.
3. Hook Spring Scale over the tie rod end or the threaded portion of the front wheel spindle tie rod and measure the force required to move the front
wheel spindle tie rod.
4. If the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie rod does not meet the specifications, 7.25 Kg (16 lbs.), replace the front wheel spindle tie
rod.
