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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 617 (STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTEERING SYSTEMCOMPONENT TESTSSTEERING GEAR VALVE TEST
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Steering Gear Valve Test
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Steering Gear Valve Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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 STEERING GEAR for the procedure.
- 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 the appropriate article for the procedure.
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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.