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Steering Linkage Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: Excessive vertical motion of the studs relative to the sockets may indicate excessive wear.
  1. With the vehicle on the ground and the parking brake applied, start the vehicle and carry out the following:
    • Have an assistant rotate the steering wheel back and forth 360 degrees and watch for relative motion of the studs in the steering linkage ball sockets.
    • Watch for loose steering gear mounting.
  2. As an additional check, with the key ON/engine OFF and the front wheels raised off the ground, grasp the wheel at the front and rear and watch for excessive play or binding in the joints while trying to steer the wheels.
  3. Install new components if necessary. Tighten any worn, damaged or loose components. Refer to the appropriate article for the procedure.
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