Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 727

11. Turn (or have an assistant turn) the steering wheel slightly in both directions and release quickly
while watching the pressure gauge.
The pressure reading should move from the normal back pressure reading and snap
back as the steering wheel is released.
If the pressure returns slowly or sticks, the rotary valve in the steering gear is sticking or
the steering column is binding. Check the steering column and linkages before servicing
the steering gear.
Tie-Rod Articulation Torque
1. NOTE: This check may be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.
Disconnect the tie-rod end from the front wheel spindle. For additional information, refer to
Section 211-02
2. Move the front wheel spindle tie-rod back and forth three times.
3. Hook the special tool 211-034 (T74P-3504-Y) over the tie-rod end or the threaded portion of the
front wheel spindle tie-rod and measure the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie-
rod. Refer to Tie-Rod Articulation Torque in General Specifications in this section.
4. If the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie-rod does not meet the specifications,
install a new front wheel spindle tie-rod. For additional information, refer to
Steering Gear Valve
1. With the vehicle in motion, place the transmission in NEUTRAL and turn the engine OFF.
If the vehicle does not pull with the engine OFF, install a new steering gear. For
additional information, refer to
2. If the vehicle pulls with the engine OFF, cross-switch the front wheels.
3. If the vehicle pulls to the opposite side, cross-switch the front and rear wheels on the same side.
4. If the vehicle pull direction does not change, check the front suspension components, wheel
alignment and frame alignment. For additional information, refer to
dimensions manual.
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Section 211-02 .
Section 211-02
Section 204-00 or frame
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