Explorer 4WD V8-302 5.0L VIN P SFI (2000)
9. Install the steering gear to crossmember washers and stud bolts.
10. CAUTION: Hold the tops of the steering gear to crossmember stud bolts to avoid damaging the steering gear fluid transfer tubes.
Install the nuts.
11. Lower the engine.
12. CAUTION: Do not rotate the steering wheel when the lower steering column shaft is disconnected, or damage to the air bag sliding contact will
result.
Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear input shaft. Install the pinch bolt.
13. Connect the steering gear fluid lines.
1
Connect the power steering return hose.
2
Connect the power steering pressure hose.