2005 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 5.4 LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Gear: Disassembly

NOTE: The steering gear input shaft and seals cannot be repaired or installed separately. New gear installation may be necessary.
  1. Secure the steering gear in a vise with the indexing flat pointed down. Use protective caps on the vise jaws.
    Fig 1: Securing Steering Gear
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  2. Rotate the power steering gear input shaft and control from stop-to-stop and then center the gear.
    Fig 2: Rotating Power Steering Gear Input Shaft
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  3. Remove the steering gear sector shaft housing cover bolts.
    Fig 3: Removing Steering Gear Sector Shaft Housing Cover Bolts
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  4. Tap on the lower end of the steering gear sector shaft.
    Fig 4: Identifying Steering Gear Sector Shaft
    G03884809Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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