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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1985RANGER 2.8 S, RWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGMANUAL STEERINGSTEERING GEAR - POWEROVERHAULCONTROL VALVE HOUSINGDISASSEMBLY
1985 Ford Ranger 2.8 S, RWD, Automatic
Control Valve Housing: Disassembly
1985 Ford Ranger 2.8 S, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Disassembly
- Using Puller Attachment and Slide Hammer (T58L-101-A and T59L-100-B), remove dust seal from rear of valve housing. Discard seal. Remove snap ring from valve housing. Invert valve housing.
- Using Input Shaft Bearing and Seal Remover (T65P-3524-A2 and T65-3524-A3) in valve body assembly opposite oil seal end, tap bearing and seal out of housing.
- Discard dust seal. Remove fluid inlet and outlet tube seats with Tube Seat Remover (T74P-3504-L) if damaged.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.