Steering Gear: Installation

NOTE: Install the steering gear from the RH side of the vehicle.

Position the steering gear and install the new steering gear bolts.

Torque: 122 lb.ft (165 Nm)

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Raise and align the subframe assembly to the witness marks made during removal. Use Special Service Tool: 300-OTC1585AE Powertrain Lift. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

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NOTE: Install new bolts.

On both sides. Install the new front subframe forward bolts.

Torque: 148 lb.ft (200 Nm)

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NOTE: Only tighten the bolts finger tight at this stage.

On both sides. Position the front subframe brackets and install the new front subframe bracket bolts.

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On both sides. Install the new front subframe rearward bolts.
Torque: 148 lb.ft (200 Nm)

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On both sides. Tighten the new front subframe bracket bolts.
Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

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If equipped. Install the PTU cooler line mounting bracket bolts.
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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If equipped. Clip the oil cooler hose retainer to the front subframe.

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If equipped. Install the roll restrictor-to-subframe bolt.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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Install the rear roll restrictor-to-subframe bolt.
Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)

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1. Attach the steering column shaft coupler to the EPAS gear.
2. Install the new steering column shaft bolt.
  Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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1. Position the EPAS gear harness and attach the clips.
2. Connect the EPAS gear harness electrical connectors.
3. Install the EPAS gear harness ground bolt.
  Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)
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1. Position the EPAS gear flap heat shield.
2. Install the EPAS gear flap heat shield bolt.
  Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent turning of the stud while installing the tie rod end nut.
1. On both sides. Attach the tie rod end to the wheel knuckle.
2. On both sides. Install the new tie rod end nut.
  Torque: 111 lb.ft (150 Nm)
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On both sides. Position the stabilizer bar and install the new stabilizer bar bracket-to-front subframe bolts.
Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

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NOTE: Vehicles equipped with 3.7L Duratec engine.

Install the exhaust Y-pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Y-Pipe .
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with 3.5L Duratec engine.

Install the exhaust Y-pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Y-Pipe .
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with 3.5L EcoBoost engine.

Install the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Flexible Pipe .
On both sides. Install the wheel arch liner to front subframe retainers.

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If equipped. Install the underbody shield and the retainers.

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If equipped. Install the underbody air duct and the retainers.

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If equipped. Install the skid plate and the retainers.

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Install the wheels and tires. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
When installing a new steering gear, it must be configured (using vehicle as-built data or module configuration information retrieved earlier in this procedure). Refer to the scan tool instructions to carry out PMI.
Check and if necessary, adjust front toe. Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment .
Vehicles With: Active Park Assist
NOTE: Only on vehicles equipped with active park assist.

Drive the vehicle above 50km/h (30 mph) for a minimum of 1 mile while maintaining the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with minimal steering input for at least 30 seconds. When completed correctly, the active park assist system is available when the active park assist switch is pressed. Repeat the process as necessary.