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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 519 (SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION)GENERAL PROCEDURESTOE ADJUSTMENT - FRONT
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Toe Adjustment - Front
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Toe Adjustment - Front
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.
- Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
- Turn the engine OFF and, using a suitable steering wheel holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
- Remove the steering gear bellows clamps.
- Loosen the nuts.
- Rotate the tie rods as necessary to adjust the toe setting.
- Tighten the nuts to 80 N.m (59 lb-ft).
- Install the steering gear bellows clamps.
- Recheck the toe settings and adjust as necessary.
NOTE:
Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the tie rod is rotated.
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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.