Pinpoint Test B: Steering Has Lack of Assist or Inconsistent Assist - Vehicles With Hydro-Boost®: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Econoline and 2009 Ford E450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Hard steering or lack of assist is experienced when the steering wheel effort exceeds specifications. Hard steering can remain constant through the full turn, occur near the end of a turn or differ right to left. It is important to know the difference between hard steering/lack of assist and poor returnability/sticky steering.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Steering gear
- Power steering pump
- Power steering hoses