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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 367 (STEERING LINKAGE)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONSTEERING LINKAGE
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Steering Linkage
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Steering Linkage
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The steering linkage connects the steering gear to the front wheel knuckle. The steering linkage is adjustable at the 2 tie-rod ends. The steering linkage consists of the following components:
- Steering gear
- Outer tie-rod end
- Steering gear boot
- Tie-rod end jam nut
- Front wheel knuckle
- Tie-rod end nut
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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.