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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004MUSTANG BASE, 2D COUPE, 3.9 6, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2396 (STEERING SYSTEM - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST STEERING (HPAS))DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTEERING SYSTEMPINPOINT TESTSPINPOINT TEST C: STEERING SYSTEM DRIFT/PULL/WANDERNOTES
2004 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, 3.9 6, Automatic
Pinpoint Test C: Steering System Drift/Pull/Wander: Notes
2004 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, 3.9 6, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Steering gear valve
- Steering column shaft
- Steering column shaft U-joints
- Steering gear mounts
- Suspension components
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.