Fitting the Following vehicle:
2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred
2005-2007 Ford Freestyle
2008 Ford Taurus
2008 Ford Taurus X
2005-2007 Mercury Montego
2008 Mercury Sable
Package Includes:
2x Front Outer Tie Rod End -ES8002221x Front Sway Bar End Link - Driver Side -K7500191x Front Sway Bar End Link - Passenger Side -K750048
Note
(2). Although some parts have grease fittings, other parts are factory sealed, but do not affect the fit and quality of the parts
10 Year Warranty
This item is backed by our 10-year warranty. In the event this item should fail due to manufacturing defects during intended use, we will replace the part free of charge. This warranty covers the cost of the part only
Tie-Rod End Replacement Guideline:
This useful tip applies to the exchange of tie rod ends and inner tie rods, which together form the so-called tie rod
Note: Cleanliness is extremely important when working on the power steering. Incorrect work and contamination can lead to leakage and, in the worst case, to failure of the steering assistance
1.Lift the vehicle and dismount the front axle wheels
2.Spray the fastening nut of the tie rod end with rust remover and leave it on for a few minutes
3.Dismount the front underride guard
4.Loosen the fastening nut from the tie rod and remove it completely
5.Remove the tie rod end from the steering knuckle using an appropriate ball joint separator
6.Remove the clamp of the bellow on the steering gear
7.Push the bellow towards the tie rod end
8.Unscrew the inner tie rod from the rack
9.Clean the sealing face of the bellow at the steering gear
10.Clean the lug of the rubber contact surface of the ball joint in the steering knuckle
Note:Always use new self-locking nuts and bolts for a reliable repair
11.Screw the new inner tie rod into the rack and tighten it with the tightening torque that has been specified by the vehicle manufacturer
12.Mount the bellow and close the clamps with the appropriate special tool
Note:Incorrect mounting of the bellow can lead to corrosion of the rack: the steering gear starts leaking which can lead to a failure in the steering assistance
13.Secure the ball joint in the steering knuckle and mount the nut. Please observe the tightening torque suggested by the vehicle manufacturer
Note:During mounting, the ball stud should not turn within the ball joint. This can cause damage inside the ball joint and can lead to early failure
Tip:Secure the ball stud against twisting with a suitable tool
14.Mount the front underride guard
15.Mount the front wheels and tighten them with the tightening torque recommended by the vehicle manufacturer
16.Align the wheels and adjust them if necessary. Observe the vehicle manufacturer specifications
17.Perform a test drive
Frequently Asked Questions
(1).What are the symptoms of a bad sway bar?
(2).What happens when a sway bar breaks?
Sway Bar Stabilizer Link Replacement Guideline:
While driving, the following signs may indicate a faulty sway bar stabilizer link:
(1).Rattling and thumping noises on rough roads
(3).Stronger inclination of the vehicle during cornering
If the sway bar stabilizer link is found to be defective, it should be replaced as described below
1.Raise vehicle and remove front wheels
Tip:Always check both stabilizer links and replace them in pairs if necessary
2.Spray fastening nuts of the stabilizer link with rust remover and let act for a few minutes
3.Loosen the lower fastening nut of the stabilizer link at the stabilizer and remove
Tip:If the ball stud also starts to turn, hold it with a suitable tool
4.Press stabilizer link out of torsion bar
5.Loosen the upper fastening nut of the stabilizer link at the suspension strut and remove it
6.Press stabilizer link at suspension strut out of bracket
7.Insert new stabilizer link at suspension strut
8.Tighten stabilizer link at suspension strut to the tightening torque specified by the vehicle manufacturer
9.Insert new stabilizer link at stabilizer
10.Tighten stabilizer link at stabilizer to the tightening torque specified by the vehicle manufacturer
11.Remount the front wheels. Lower the vehicle and tighten the wheel studs to the tightening torque specified by the vehicle manufacturer
Tip:Even if replacing the stabilizer link does not directly affect the chassis setting, we recommend checking the axle setting and adjusting if necessary after working on the suspension
12.Conclude with a test drive
(1).Why should I get my tie rods inspected on a regular basis?
(2).Vibrations
(3).Shaking
(4).Wandering
