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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005FIVE HUNDRED 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSUSPENSIONCONTROL ARMSERVICE AND REPAIRREARTOE LINK
2005 Ford Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1
Toe Link
2005 Ford Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1SECTION Toe Link
Toe Link
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number, or an equivalent part, must be installed if installation is necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire from the toe link.
3. Remove and discard the toe link-to-knuckle bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove and discard the toe link-to-subframe nut and bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
5. NOTE: Always install new suspension fasteners.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Adjust the rear toe.
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number, or an equivalent part, must be installed if installation is necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire from the toe link.
3. Remove and discard the toe link-to-knuckle bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove and discard the toe link-to-subframe nut and bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
5. NOTE: Always install new suspension fasteners.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Adjust the rear toe.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.