Actions To Repair
- Install a new steering column as necessary. For 1998-99 models, see STEERING COLUMNS - CONTOUR, COUGAR & MYSTIQUE article in STEERING. For 2000 models, see STEERING COLUMNS - CONTOUR, COUGAR & MYSTIQUE article in STEERING.
- Install a new tie-rod or tie-rod end as necessary. See TIE ROD ENDS or TIE ROD under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Tighten/install new steering gear bolts as necessary. See STEERING GEAR under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Tighten steering column to flexible coupling bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Tighten/install new suspension/bushing, retaining bolts or ball joints. For 1998-99 models, see FRONT - CONTOUR, COUGAR & MYSTIQUE article in SUSPENSION. For 2000 models, see FRONT - CONTOUR, COUGAR & MYSTIQUE article in SUSPENSION.
- Install a new steering column shaft. For 1998-99 models, see STEERING COLUMNS - CONTOUR, COUGAR & MYSTIQUE article in STEERING. For 2000 models, see STEERING COLUMNS - CONTOUR, COUGAR & MYSTIQUE article in STEERING.