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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1328 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSTEERING GEAR TURN TUBES
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Steering Gear Turn Tubes
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Steering Gear Turn Tubes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM (or XT-5-QMC) (US); CXT-5-LM12 (Canada) |
MERCON® V |
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W704331 | Steering line clamp plate bolt |
| 2 | N803257 | O-ring seal |
| 3 | 3A719 | Pressure line |
| 4 | N803257 | O-ring seal |
| 5 | 3A713 | Return line |
| 6 | 3A714 | Steering gear turn tube (2 required) |
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
- Remove the steering line clamp plate bolt and disconnect the pressure and return lines.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 21 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Remove the 2 steering gear turn tubes.
- To install, tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to GENERAL PROCEDURES article.
CAUTION:
New O-ring seals must be installed any time the lines are disconnected from the steering gear or a leak may occur.
NOTE:
When removing the steering gear turn tubes, remove any Teflon® O-ring seals remaining in the gear ports of the steering gear.
NOTE:
When connecting a fitting with an O-ring seal, a new seal must be installed.
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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.