Toe Adjustment - Front

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Toe Adjustment - Front
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
  2. Turn the engine OFF and, using a suitable steering wheel holding device, lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
  3. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, measure the front toe.
  4. Remove the steering gear bellows clamps.
    Fig 1: Locating Steering Gear Bellows Clamps
    G06262494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Loosen the tie-rod jam nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating Tie-Rod Jam Nuts
    G06262495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Rotate the tie rods until the toe setting is within specifications.
    NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the tie rod is rotated.
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