Pinpoint Test C: Steering System Drift/Pull/Wander

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Lincoln MKX and 2013 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

C1 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT
NOTE: Be sure to keep the clockspring centered when disconnecting the intermediate shaft. Refer to CLOCKSPRING for the procedure.
- Check the steering column and shaft for grounding.
- Disconnect the steering column shaft at the steering column.
- Inspect the steering column shaft U-joints for looseness or wear.
- Are the steering column shaft U-joints OK?
  - YES : GO to C2.
  - No : INSTALL a new steering column shaft as necessary. REFER to STEERING COLUMN .
C2 CHECK THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING
- Check the steering gear mounts for looseness or wear.
- Are the steering gear mounts OK?
  - YES : GO to C3.
  - No : INSTALL a new steering gear as necessary. REFER to POWER STEERING .
C3 CHECK THE STEERING GEAR
- Carry out the Steering Gear Valve Component Test.
- Is the steering gear valve OK?
  - YES : REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION to diagnose suspension system drift/pull/wander.
  - No : REPAIR or INSTALL a new steering gear as necessary. REFER to POWER STEERING .