Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi 4x4, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.4 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.4 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.4 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.3 16V RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 3.2 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.4 TDCi 4x4, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.3 16V LPG RWD, FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.3 16V CNG RWD View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change tie rod ends on the FORD TRANSIT MK7 [AUTODOC TUTORIAL]

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Tools
Replacement: track rod end – Ford Transit Mk7 van. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
An all-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
22 mm combination spanner
24 mm combination spanner
25 mm combination spanner
19 mm socket
22 mm socket
21 mm wheel impact socket
Ratchet wrench
Tommy bar
Vernier caliper
Ball joint separator
Wheel chocks
Replacement: track rod end – Ford Transit Mk7 van. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the tie rod ends in pairs.
  • All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.
Replacement: track rod end – Ford Transit Mk7 van. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Track Rod End on Ford Transit Mk6 Van 2006 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace FORD Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi 2007 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel nuts. Use a 21 mm wheel impact socket. Use a tommy bar.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the car.
    Warning!
    If you are using a jack, make sure the car is parked on a hard, flat surface.Make sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel nuts.
    Caution!
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the nuts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean all tie rod end connections. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Measure and note down the length of the exposed portion of the tie rod thread or the number of turns the tie rod end made when being unscrewed to prevent wheel misalignment during reassembly. Use a vernier caliper.
  8. Step 8
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a 22 mm combination spanner. Use a 24 mm combination spanner.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the nut connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a 22 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint separator.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the tie rod end from the tie rod.
  12. Step 12
    Transit Mk6 Box (V347, V348, FA) 2.2 TDCi 2008 Track Rod End DIY replacement workshop manual
    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  13. Step 13
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    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – Ford Transit Mk7 van. AUTODOC recommends:
    When installing the tie rod end, remember to maintain the same length of the exposed tie rod thread or turn the tie rod end the same number of times.
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