You are one of the best mechanics when it comes to fords. I have saved so much money in parts that weren’t needed when I couldn’t pinpoint what was wrong. Thanks for the videos! Much appreciated.

@BreannaDixon-gd8og

Жыл бұрын

Yeah but what’s the solution for this problem cuz my power steering isn’t working when I’m at a stand still

Thanks for the tip. Ran the test and found it to be the lower Linkage at the steering knuckle. Lubricated them and they seem to be working fine for now. Thanks a lot Ray.

Just want you to know that I own a 1999 4.6 L Ford Expedition 4WD and I've watched your videos on numerous occasions to diagnose and repair my old vehicle which currently is at about 230000 miles. You've been a great help I really appreciate your videos please keep up the good work.

This also cured a whining noise coming from my passenger seat? Turns out it was my wife all along! Revving it to 2000/4000 drowns that out, I'm well pleased!

@nickalmontes372

6 жыл бұрын

ok

@AjRobinsonUg

6 жыл бұрын

You've won my day

@realone2462

4 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@Dingthedingbat

5 ай бұрын

Divorce, if you’re any good you’ll be better off divorced. As far as the other side, learn to work and make your own money. Find God. Come to Jesus. 🔩

@markrix

5 ай бұрын

Its a 4 step process. 1. Unlock doors. 2. Unlock passanger seatbelt. 3 quickly reach over and open passanger door. 4. Make a hard left turn

I had this same problem on an 04 Mustang. I was certain that it was a pump but a mechanic friend told me that it was the U joint on the steering shaft. Hit it with quickly with a torch and then some WD-40. Freed it up temporarily but had to replace it a few month later. Had rusted up pretty bad. Fix was pretty simple however.

You are the greatest! Excellent work on all your videos! Thanks!

Awesome tip! Good stuff FordTechMakuloco.

Man thanks for your videos- they're the best!! Saved me hundreds of dollars...Merry Christmas!!

@namewithheld7835

6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Worley Where is the part you have to grease?

@AaronWorley

6 жыл бұрын

Nname Withheld hey, I changed out the power steering pump & all is good- many thanks!

Had a sudden bind of mine on the 2011 Crown Vic: corroded exhaust heat shield fell off and interfered with steering wheel shaft joint. Fixed with a large hose clamp holding shield to manifold.

You’re a very animated person! Thanks for the vid. Just bought a focus that has a bind spot in the steering. Pump was replaced apparently when it went bad it’s bonded like this since. It’s not too hard to overcome but want to get to the bottom of it eventually. For now it needs a timing belt and a clutch and some other tlc before I worry about that.

I had this exact issue. The mechanic told me I needed to replace the entire rack and pinion and ball joints costing $1500-$3000 on a vehicle that only has a value of $5k. I tried this and it worked, so I’ll be getting a different mechanic to check the power steering pump instead. Thank you!

@kimberlyfloyd6754

6 жыл бұрын

Let us know what it turned out to be. I'm in same boat.

@LaDivinaLover

6 жыл бұрын

Raisa Dibble yeah, I’d be interested in finding out what happened as well

@rj29839

6 жыл бұрын

did have to get ball joints replaced. $500 with my local mechanic instead of the other place where I got it checked out.

@colbyhuddleston2869

5 жыл бұрын

Rack and Pinion is the Problem

Just lubed up my u joints and what do you know we are back to normal steering , Brian your the man

Thanks for this video...I am having the same problem with my camry. Good information to know.

Great videos I've been following you for sometime now. But I do have a question I have a 2010 fusion with the 2.5l I got had a ton rod replaced under warranty they did an alignment but now I have to drive with my steering wheel off to the left. Any ideas why or of them is a problem all warranty work was done at ford.

So that's what a Ford techs "bind face" looks like! Lol, enjoyed this video, made me chuckle.

@dougmarlow9466

3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if he actually crapped his pants

Do you have a video on electronic power steering replacement? "fusion" thank you

I have a raptor doing the same thing in this video, what was the issue?

Hey buddy, I’m a Ford guy through and through myself. I own 4 lol. I absolutely love your channel!!!! I got a question for you, what would cause the power steering on my 2001 F150 4.6 to suddenly just stop working after a hard acceleration? Last weekend i took the kids riding on our ATV’s and i had to merge onto an interstate and right after that pull i lost all my power steering. Thank you

my 2009 f150 lairiat was binding up ! so i hit the steering link with some PB plaster and it really freed up the steering but my steering pmp sure could use a fluid change,my question is should i still use the merc V trans fluid on a 2009 and i didn't see a cam sensor in front of the motor like the one shown in your video so can i just pull the ignition fuse while transfering fluild to keep the engine from starting

Awesome thanks for pointing me in the write direction! And thx for all your vids, so many times have you pointed me in the right direction i feel like your my bro!

@doncahala7326

4 жыл бұрын

I will write to tell you he pointed you in the right direction

I changed my alternator, and this started happening right after, in my 02 sport trac explorer. I saw some brownish fluid leaking at the bottom, near two metal lines, going what looked like under the radiators bottom left side. Are these two power steering lines?

Love this guys keeps saving me money on my trusty old 05 f150 5.4

Thanks for the tip it helped figure out my expedition binding problem.

@rickobrien4025

5 жыл бұрын

Well...what WAS your problem ? He never said what his was.

Does this apply only for Ford vehicles or would it be the same for my Stratus 99?

Hello, i have a 2002 grand marquis and the power steering pump was leaking so i replaced it with Motorcraft refurbished one and the mechanic added an Acdelco oil instead, before that i was topping up the oil with some mercedes benz power steering oil and it ran ok. But after the replacement i started to have this problem when i suddenly turning the steering to make a maneuver. Checked the steering shaft and sprayed it with some white lithium grease and nothing has changed.. what are your thoughts?

I just replaced my outer tie rods, can that also cause power steering issues? My f150 will have no problem going straight, as soon as I start turning it feels like there is tension at certain spots like a clock. Like there is tension at the 3 and the 7 for turning. Any idea?

Yep my 2003 Explorer Limited has the same issue.. The part numbers above do not fit this year vehicle, so from Ford Parts Giant I am ordering Ford P/N 1L2Z-3B676-BA. Price is a bit stiff @ 350.00 but hopefully its not as stiff as the steering is now!

my truck has same issue the one in video did does this mean it's the power steering pump ? or the joints need lube? thank you for your help

i have a 2009 F-150 which will barely steer. if i want a little bit but not a lot of steering while turning or something else i have to give it more fuel, do you think it could be because it's binding or is the pump itself messed up?

Hello!! I have a 2014 F-150 Crew Cab 4wd with +64k miles. Today, with a snow storm coming thru, I decided to use 4wd high to keep control of the truck. Ran for +20 miles, and when I turned to park the truck, the were a force the stopped any movement and didn’t let the truck move. I switched back to 4x2 and the differential kept holding the movement for almost 100 ft. Can I expect something wrong with the differential? Why this truck doesn’t drive in 4wd high like a regular AWD car?? Any help will be appreciated, thank you!!

I had this problem and put motorcycle chain grease on the joints. Spray can so I didn't even get my hands dirty. That was in 2013 and it still works from the first spray.

how do you reconnect a steering wheel shaft that has retracted up into the wheel area?

I had no problem with steering , but had a pitman seal leak and changed the box for a Cardone rebuilt , now no leak but the exact same steering problem no power steer at idle , give it gas and it's fine. Cardone says check spring in pump . Could this also be air in the system and at high rpm bypasses air bubble ?

Sorry if I missed it...Do you have any suggestions on replacing the pump? Difficult for me to get to all of the bolts.

there's a difference? Between the electric steering rack Ford Mustang 2017 .. 4 cylinder ... v6 .. Please answer me

I have this problem with my 05 sable.

i have a 06 crown vic that drives perfectly but once in a while the steering will stiffen up alot and nothing will fix it unless i shut the car off and turn it back on then it runs perfect again. im leaning towards the rack an pinion

Thanks this tells me the pump is working and I can focus on other components. Big help.

Thanks I will change it and try

Hey Ford Tech, any common issues with steering problems on Ford Freestars? An 05 to be exact buddy, thanks any applicable info!

So your issue here was just the power sterring pump itself?im reving mine up to 2000 rmp and its staying stiff so u think mine is the sterring shaft? Thx

I had this exact problem. One part of the u joint was seizing up, once I greased and lubed it it was perfect.

I have a 2012 f150 fx4. The steering binds. It also does it when i bring up the rpm. Do u think its something else?

I got chevy tahoe do the same.. do you think it is the power steering pump?

Hi, I have an 06 Ford Freestar that is doing exactly what you have shown but my steering wheel also makes a crunching type noise when I turn as well. Any thoughts as to what that might be? Thank you!!

@urielbonilla1942

8 ай бұрын

.

Thank you the tip did help⭐

How do I changed my sliding steering shaft on my Ford Transit Connect

Hi, can you tell me if is the pump or the rack>? I have a flex 2009 3.5 with 190k on it , the wheel bering is the bigger issue, but recently last week the steering wheel is very stiff at idle , so what do you thing can be the problem? thanks any way, very video , I consult them often .

I have a 98 Eddie Bauer explorer and my steering is hard to turn. I added oil but it remains hard to turn and the oil boils over. Does that mean my rack and pinion is bad.

What does it mean if it's still had to turn the wheel one direction after keeping idle at 2K?

Thanks bro Just happen to me awhile ago Tried to turn it on and off and its ok But your video is much better to do hehe

my 08 f-150 steering is tight all the time unless i have the rpms up, that too would most likely be a faulty ps pump right?

Will this work for a 2013 f150 xlt?

My 2004 Camry does the same thing how is it can be fix?

Dude you are the man I thin I'm having this issue with my 03 mustang

So what was the issue ? Power steering pump or half shaft? Also what fluid do you use for an 05 f150 5.4 ? Atf of Mercon v?

Good job. However, you forgot to put what we all are wanting to know...the conclusion! What was the issue (pump?) and what's the repair to correct...permanently? Thank you!

@drewd7978

5 жыл бұрын

Lol I was wondering the same thing

@dwayneparsons1584

5 жыл бұрын

@@drewd7978 at 2:09 it tells ya what the test is for...

@jarrodpenton2649

4 жыл бұрын

I replaced my power steering pump and gearbox and pitman arm high pressure line wit all new fluid and this dam Ford is still not waiting to turn

@flocksofseagullsss

4 жыл бұрын

@@jarrodpenton2649 same here buddy

@braddelaney8628

4 жыл бұрын

@@jarrodpenton2649 check your tire pressure and if it's not that try trans fix by sea foam if it still doesn't work you prob have to replace your steering rack

mine binds after start engine and try to leave I have to wait 10-15 mins before I can turn without problem just today when I accelerate normal speed it acts like I am drag racing also hard stay in same lane when turning a tnormal speed

Do you have a link on why the steering is not returning back to zero after changing steering gear??

I had a lose belt on my car on that what actually cause the binding

Makuloco you dope brothu

You can use a hand vacuum pump yo remove the air. If you still gave sue coming through when you use the pump then there could be air getting in from dome where, the pump is good for identifying this problem. Jack the car up from the front to help remove any sir.

What if it only does it when turning to the left it does it even while driving it happened after a buddy did my brakes.

My steering locks when I turn on either the headlights or the ac. Any advice would be great

I have an 04 350 6.0 I ll make a turn then I drive straight and it ride like a shopping cart then it will clear up?

Question: Where is the power steering pressure switch on a 2005 ford Taurus 3.0L U engine?

@FordTechMakuloco

8 жыл бұрын

+robert newman It is in the pressure line coming out of the pump just follow the line.

My 95 dodge caravan was low on every fluid when I bought it, I put a big bottle of Lucas power steering stop leak, it got rid of the high pitched whine and the wheel turned great for a while. Recently it started to bind up while trying to turn into a parking space at low speed so I took it to a mechanic for advice and he told me it needs the rest of the fluid filled because it's not getting enough pressure to maintain power steering while at such low speed and when it cuts off the engine stops too which scares me for the sake of the car, but it is probably safest. It's just that the wheel resets to center very fast while I expect to turn, don't wanna hit anyone else's car

I have a 99 7.3 and I don’t got power steering or brakes. I replaced my hydro booster and it was working for about a week then it started to happen again then I replaced the power steering pump and it was working for about a week then it went bad again. Anyone know what can be the problem

excellent, thanks!

If it’s not the steering shaft, would it be an internal gearbox problem ? Not the pump either and no crack in the lines

Having same problem on e250

I have a 09 F150 3rd power steering pump in 2 months the others were junk from the get go. I just installed the 3rd one and bleed the system with wheels off ground its works perfect with wheels on the ground its jerky and needs 2 arms to turn with also changed shaft from steering box what wrong to column what do you thing rack or steering box this truck is driving me wacko more and more

Any advice for an electric power steering failure on a 2009 Ford Escape? Dealer gave me a quote to replace the steering column and flange? I think they called it a flange. Said test computer immediately said replace steering column. $1200. Any advice would be much appreciated. Your old video on the rear window actuator motor saved me big time. Thanks!

@carmenlash7310

5 жыл бұрын

I have a 99 expedition that the steering turns on a dime it over corrects like I'm driving drunk or something I'm affraid I'm going to wreck it's way to touchy help

Thanks, I thought my power steering pump went bad on my Trailblazer after I repaired a leaking line and flushed the fluid but I wasn't sure. It would turn fine at 3000 rpms but be really tough to turn at anything lower. I'll have to replace the pump now that you've confirmed this for me.

Is this applicable to ford edge too? Please revert.

Hahaha dude watching you is like watching me try to park my 08 f350 right now

So did this test and it did not free up at 2000 rpm but was still bound. What does that indicate?

Ok so I'm having the same problem on my genesis coupe. Steering wheel is locked up when parked, but when I rev it to 2000 rpm, the steering wheel moves freely. What is the problem?

How do you diagnose rack and pinion?

Hello! I have a 2006 Ford F-350 super duty. I have the same issue, but I already replace the ps pump two times, I replace the hydro bust. And It is still the same. I thought it could be a stuck filter o something in the lines so I removed the ps radiator and I flushed, but still. Do I know what can be the issue. Gear box? The reservoir (which has a kind of filter if I'm not wrong) thanks man! And I really appreciate your help because the customer is waiting for his truck. Thank u in advance

@johnrandall9158

6 ай бұрын

Did you ever find the issue

My 14' explorer has epas issues. It has almost completely quit. On rainy days it works. Any idea why that is? So far Ive replaced, battery, alternator, and the red fuse on the battery. I cleaned the ground wire under the car. Still only works in the rain.

I have a 2004 Ford Expedition that will not turn either way. Binding and driving as if it’s an old car with no steering fluid. It’s horrible- won’t move. How do I fix

GREAT INFO THANK YOU M GEYER

+FordTechMakuloco this was very helpful my brother found this clip & i past it on to someone with grand Marquis having this problem.

@FordTechMakuloco

8 жыл бұрын

+Felix Fischer On the gran marquis they also need to be checking the lower ball joints for binding.

Would be nice to see a vid on diagnosing a v.a.p.s system on a crown victoria .

@FordTechMakuloco

7 жыл бұрын

Hard to, I have never had one in the shop with a VAPS concern in all my years at the dealership.

@fuzzy19111

7 жыл бұрын

Well maybe you can answer a question for me. 2004 crown victoria no air susp. Should the vaps solenoid revert to full assist when unplugged? Mine does not change plugged or not I have very low to no assist. Everything mechanical has been replaced.

@fuzzy19111

7 жыл бұрын

Well after replacing the rack and pump and confirming pressure and no binding...it was the vaps module. Internal short is my guess had two powers coming out, one of witch should have been a ground.

Does this method work on 2015 ford explorer and electrical system?

MIne is getting a lil funky..2011 with 100k...seems to not return after turning the wheel. Say I take a left turn, I used to be able to let loose of the wheel after turning and it would come back mostly on its own but now I need to physically steer it back straight? No whining noise.

What if it hardly turns and starts Whining

Quick question. My 2005 Explorer has a bellow on the steering shaft in the engine compartment, but my 2005 Freestar does not. Is it needed on the Ex? Thanks in advance!

@FordTechMakuloco

9 жыл бұрын

Yes as the explorer shaft is in the front and exposed but the freestar is in the rear protected.

So does that mean my power steerimg pump is going out? Should i be worried driving it?

+FordTechMakuloco So in this example that you just gave, does this mean the truck needs a new power steering pump? I have this issue with my 02 f250 7.3. When steering you hear the loud whining sound.

@FordTechMakuloco

7 жыл бұрын

Yes this one did need a new pump.

@ryangrimm9464

7 жыл бұрын

I also have this issue w 2001 f350 7.3 . my brakes are a little sticky also. When would it be the power booster? Did the power steering pump solve your problem sshrop5 ?

Hello my Ford Explorer 2011 power steering assist came , where is the fuse for it ?

Is there a repair video on these models for the pump on 2006 350 sd

So if you rev it to 2000 rpms and try to turn and it’s still binding up what does that mean?

@optimalorlando

Күн бұрын

5yrs and still waiting for a answer

Thanks great tip!

My truck Lost power yesterday and the wheel completely sized up doesn't move at all. Do you think it will free up with a new battery?

Would this trouble shoot a very similar issue on a 1996 f350 7.3… if so what would it be power terrine pump? Or something else

i got a 2008 crown vic does that same thing changed s.pump and nothing changes i never had that problem on a 2000 vic with wire throttle body could that cause the problem electric throttle be the problem?? thanks.

How does one obtain the proper code when programming the PSCM? Ford software seems cumbersome to me.

is the same test for F350 diesel? This happening to my sons truck and we are trying to figure it out.