You will need a fork tool to remove the out tie rod end from the steering nuckle (spindle), most auto parts will rent this tool, remove tire, remove cotter pin front tie rod end, remove nut, at other end of outer tie rod will be a nut, loosen nut, with fork tool remove outer tie rod from spindle with fork and a hammer, once it come out of spindle, count the number of turn's it took to remove tie rod, install new tie rod same number of turn's, put tie rod end back in spindle, install nut and install cotter pin, the nut at the other end of outer tie rod end tien it back on, you will still need to get the front end realign.
Locate the tie rod end, and remove the nut that hold it in place.
Using a hammer and prybar, lodge the prybar under the tie rod end, and against something else, and pry up gently from underneath, while striking the area of the knuckle that it connects into with appropriate force. The tie rod end will dislodge. There is also a tool for this, if you'd rather use it. It looks like a tuning fork, and is called a "tie rod remover". Its use is self-explanatory. You can rent a kit to do this from AutoZone or Advance, the rental is about $50, IIRC, and you get your money back when you return the tool.
After having done that, loosen the locknut on the back of the tie rod, and count the number of threads that you have to turn the tie rod end to get it off from wherever it's installed. This is VERY important.
Once the old one is off, thread the new one on EXACTLY the same number of turns. This will ensure that your vehicle's alignment is about as close as you can get it without taking it to an alignment shop. Tighten the lock nut, reinstall the joint end into the hub, and torque the retainer nut. If there was a clevis or pin, reinstall it.
SOURCE: How to change inner tie rod ends?
if fluid is flowing out the bellows, you need to replace the steering rack assembly. There is no fluid in the area of the inner tie rod. The seal is just before the tie rod.
Steering Gear
The power rack and pinion steering gear is serviced as a power steering short rack (3L547). The front wheel spindle tie rods (3280) and tie rod ends (3A130) are serviced individually.
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Section 11-02: Steering System, Power
1997 Windstar Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Tie Rod End
Steering Gear Installed
Removal
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11-02: Steering System, Power
1997 Windstar Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Steering Gear
Removal
Installation
SOURCE: inner tie rod end on passenger side needs replaced
You will definately need an expert to handle this because it is in a tight compartment.
Good luck.
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