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Steering Gear Valve Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
    • Raise the vehicle until the front wheels are off the ground.
    2. NOTE: Do not hold the steering wheel while carrying out this step.
  2. Start the engine.
    • If the steering wheel rotates in either direction (with no hand input), install a new steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM article.
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