What Are the Crucial Steps to Follow When Repairing the Rack and Pinion in the Power Steering System on Ford Flex?

The success of repairing power steering components depends on blocking foreign material entry during the process. Initiate the procedure by putting the steering wheel into place using Hunter(R) 28-75-1 tool in the straight-ahead position. You should use the hex-holding feature to stop the stud from turning before you remove the two tie-rod end nuts and separate the tie-rod ends from the wheel knuckles. After installation, tighten new nuts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft). Tear the pressure line bracket-to-rack and pinion bolt yet tighten a new bolt while installation to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft). New O-ring seals must be installed during power steering line disconnections because proper sequencing will stop fluid from leaking. When removing the power steering line clamp plate bolt, workers must rotate the clamp plate before discarding both O-ring seals and replacing them with new ones, securing them with 23 Nm (17 lb-ft) torque. Prevent the lower shaft of the steering column shaft from rotation during disconnection to protect the Clock Spring because rotating the shaft will require Clock Spring removal for recentering. The process for installing a new bolt requires disconnecting the steering column shaft-to-rack and pinion bolt and tossing the old hardware while torquing the new bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). Set the stabilizer bar and links in an upward position after discarding the two upper nuts, then install these new nuts with torque to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). The installation of new bolts to stabilize bar brackets requires 50 Nm (37 lb-ft) torque on each bolt for all-wheel drive vehicles while positioning the bar and links in an upward direction. Before extraction of the rack and pinion from the left side of the vehicle, remove its two nuts and bolts and heat shield-to-subframe pushpin but maintain the rack and pinion nuts for later installation by tightening them to 117 Nm (86 lb-ft). Reverse the procedure by installing the power steering system while checking to see if front toe adjustment is needed.

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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: CA5Z-3504-C
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- Other Name: Gear Assembly - Steering; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: AA5Z-3504-ME, AA5Z-3504-PE, AA5Z-3504-F, STE-273, STE-35, STE-19, STE-2, AA5Z-3504-LE, STE-44, CA5Z-3504-EE, STE-265, CA5Z-3504-A, CA5Z-3504-CE, STE-215
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2012 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL, Titanium | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: EG1Z-3504-H
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- Other Name: Gear Assembly - Steering; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: DG1Z-3504-LE, EG1Z-3504-GE, STE-259, EG1Z-3504-E, STE-234, STE-155, EG1Z-3504-A, STE-205, EG1Z-3504-FE, STE-131
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2015 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: DG1Z-3504-G
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- Other Name: Gear Assembly - Steering; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: DG1Z-3504-RE, DG1Z-3504-AE, STE-214, DG1Z-3504-HE, DG1Z-3504-C, STE-258, STE-114, STE-58, STE-188, DG1Z-3504-QE
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: DG1Z-3504-F
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- Other Name: Gear Assembly - Steering; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: DG1Z-3504-D, DG1Z-3504-JE, STE-129, STE-187, DG1Z-3504-SE, DG1Z-3504-EE, DG1Z-3504-PE, STE-256, STE-233, STE-91
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2015 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: GG1Z-3504-F
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- Other Name: Gear - Rack And Pinion Steering; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: GG1Z-3504-E, GG1Z-3504-D, GG1Z-3504-C, GG1Z-3504-B, STE-376
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2019 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: BG1Z-3504-BRM
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- Other Name: Reman Kit - Steering Gear Repair; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly; Kit - Steering Gear Repair
- Manufacturer Note: Remanufactured
- Replaces: BG1Z-3504-A, STG-440, BG1Z-3504-B, AA8Z-3504-A, STG-405, STG-448
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2012 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL, Titanium | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: CA5Z-3504-GE
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Gear Assembly - Steering; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly
- Replaces: AA5Z-3504-RE, AA5Z-3504-KE, AA5Z-3504-G, CA5Z-3504-FE, CA5Z-3504-DE, CA5Z-3504-B, STE-216, STE-266, AA5Z-3504-NE, STE-3, STE-18, STE-36, STE-274, STE-45
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2012 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL, Titanium | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Flex Steering Gear Part Number: 8A8Z-3504-FRM
$415.60 MSRP: $658.18
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Reman Kit - Steering Gear Repair; Rack and Pinion Assembly; Steering Gearbox; Gear Assembly; Kit - Steering Gear Repair
- Manufacturer Note: Remanufactured
- Replaces: 8A8Z-3504-E, 8A8Z-3504-C, STG-442, STG-369, STG-445, 8A8Z-3504-F
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009 Ford Flex | Limited, SE, SEL | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS

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The Rack And Pinion system is one of the important parts, it plays a large role in improving the handling of Ford Flex vehicles; well known for their reliability and handling. This enhanced mechanism of steering converts the rotational force exerted on the steering wheel into the best and accurate lateral force needed for proper steering of the front wheels. Almost all today's Ford Flex cars come with a power assisted rack and pinion arrangement whereby efforts of steering are coupled with hydraulically operated fluid that help the driver change the wheel with little or no strain especially when approaching certain areas or while driving. The Rack And Pinion can fit many Flex models, thus proving the significance of this component in ensuring the vehicle's performance and security. Consequently, the product has elements of straight and helical gears making it superior to other car models as far as heat production and efficiency are concerned. The Rack And Pinion does wear out over time and thus it has to undergo the usual maintenance to avoid problems due to leakage of fluid or wearing of the gears. This system does not only improve the handling characteristic of the Ford Flex but also has an important contribution to passenger safety though responsive steering. The Rack And Pinion is one of the best products of Ford that has a strong construction and unique design states the quality of this car brand that represents the Ford cars as cars for performance and reliability.

Ford Flex Rack And Pinion Parts and Q&A

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8A8Z-3504-FRM
Q: What Are the Crucial Steps to Follow When Repairing the Rack and Pinion in the Power Steering System on Ford Flex?
A:
The success of repairing power steering components depends on blocking foreign material entry during the process. Initiate the procedure by putting the steering wheel into place using Hunter(R) 28-75-1 tool in the straight-ahead position. You should use the hex-holding feature to stop the stud from turning before you remove the two tie-rod end nuts and separate the tie-rod ends from the wheel knuckles. After installation, tighten new nuts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft). Tear the pressure line bracket-to-rack and pinion bolt yet tighten a new bolt while installation to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft). New O-ring seals must be installed during power steering line disconnections because proper sequencing will stop fluid from leaking. When removing the power steering line clamp plate bolt, workers must rotate the clamp plate before discarding both O-ring seals and replacing them with new ones, securing them with 23 Nm (17 lb-ft) torque. Prevent the lower shaft of the steering column shaft from rotation during disconnection to protect the Clock Spring because rotating the shaft will require Clock Spring removal for recentering. The process for installing a new bolt requires disconnecting the steering column shaft-to-rack and pinion bolt and tossing the old hardware while torquing the new bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). Set the stabilizer bar and links in an upward position after discarding the two upper nuts, then install these new nuts with torque to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). The installation of new bolts to stabilize bar brackets requires 50 Nm (37 lb-ft) torque on each bolt for all-wheel drive vehicles while positioning the bar and links in an upward direction. Before extraction of the rack and pinion from the left side of the vehicle, remove its two nuts and bolts and heat shield-to-subframe pushpin but maintain the rack and pinion nuts for later installation by tightening them to 117 Nm (86 lb-ft). Reverse the procedure by installing the power steering system while checking to see if front toe adjustment is needed.