Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 251 (STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTEERING SYSTEMCOMPONENT TESTSSTEERING GEAR VALVE
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Steering Gear Valve
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Steering Gear Valve
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system.
- 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, repair or install a new steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING .
- If the vehicle pulls with the engine OFF, switch the right side front wheel to the left side of the vehicle and the left side front wheel to the right side of the vehicle.
- If the vehicle pulls to the opposite side, switch the front wheels with the rear wheels keeping them on the same side of the vehicle.
- If the vehicle pull direction does not change, check the front suspension components, wheel alignment and frame alignment. Refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION or FULL FRAME AND BODY MOUNTING .
- If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.
WARNING:
If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
.
WARNING:
If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
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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.