F 550 2WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN V (2005)
Center Link: Service and Repair
Drag Link - Inner, F-250, F-350, 4X2
Special Tool(s)
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Replace the drag link if the ball stud is loose in the socket or the drag link is bent. Replace the steering linkage stud dust seal if any nicks,
cuts, or tears are present. Do not attempt to straighten the steering linkage components.
1. Place the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
3. Loosen the adjusting sleeve nuts and the adjusting sleeve bracket nut.
4. Remove the cotter pin and the inner tie-rod end nut.
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Discard the cotter pin.
5. Using the special tool, disconnect and position the inner tie-rod end aside.
