Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 2.0 TDCi, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.8, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 2.0 TDCi, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.6, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 2.0, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.8, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.6 Ti, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.8 TDCi, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.8 Flexifuel, FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.8 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for Focus C-Max (DM2) and other FORD models
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Tools
Replacement: track rod end – FORD FOCUS C-MAX. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #24
Drive socket # 15
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Vernier caliper
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – FORD FOCUS C-MAX. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: track rod end – FORD FOCUS C-MAX. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: track rod end – FORD FOCUS C-MAX. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
  6. Step 7
    Clean the lock nut that connects the tie rod to the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 8
    How to replace Track Rod End on FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 2003: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #24.
  7. Step 9
    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 10
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 11
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  9. Step 12
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  10. Step 13
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    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 14
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    Treat the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use copper grease.
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