F 350 4WD Super Duty V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (2001)
5.
Replace both front leaf springs. Refer to the spring selection table in this TSB (Figure 2). If the build date is between March 20, 1999 and
November 25, 2001, replace the Steering Gear and the Pitman Arm (Part Numbers 2C3Z-3504-AARM and YC3Z-3590-CA respectively). Adjust
the mesh load to 5.0 to 6.0 lb-in. Refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 211-00 for repair procedure. Set cross caster to (-0.5°). Use caster slugs
if necessary. Set caster, camber, toe and clear vision within specifications. See Section 204-00 of the appropriate Workshop Manual. Test
operation.
6.
Install new pads with the same edge code. Machine the rotors using Rotunda Hub-Mount Brake Lathe / Pro-Cut (201-00002) or replace the rotors.
Burnish the linings by a minimum of 50 brake applications from 40 MPH (64 km/h) to stop. Provide sufficient lime between brake applications so
that linings do not smoke or overheat. Check operation. If the condition is still present, burnish the linings once more and check operation.
Technical Service Bulletin # 01-3-2
Date: 010219
Steering/Suspension - Stiff, Wandering
Article No.
01-3-2
02/19/01
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STEERING - WANDERING/STIFF STEERING OR
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POOR RETURNABILITY AFTER TURN - 4X4
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VEHICLES ONLY
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SUSPENSION - WANDERING/STIFF STEERING OR
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POOR RETURNABILITY AFTER TURNS - 4X4
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VEHICLES ONLY
FORD:
1999-2001 SUPER DUTY F SERIES
2000-2001 EXCURSION
ISSUE
Some vehicles may exhibit stiff steering, wandering, or poor returnability after turns. This may be caused by alignment, steering gear meshload, or a
lower knuckle ball joint that becomes sticky and degrades steering returnability.
ACTION
Check alignment and check steering gear meshload or install greaseable ball joint and lube every 8000 kilometers (5000 miles) or at every oil change