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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2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD
Section 251 (Steering System-General Information)
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION Section 251 (Steering System-General Information)
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.
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Steering System
- Notes
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection and Verification
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
- Steering System Symptom Definitions
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: DTC C1445 - Vehicle Speed Signal Circuit Failure
- Pinpoint Test B: DTC C1897 - Steering VAPS Circuit Loop Failure
- Pinpoint Test C: Steering System Noise
- Pinpoint Test D: Steering Is Very Difficult/Very Easy
- Pinpoint Test E: Excessive Steering Wheel Play
- Pinpoint Test F: Steering System Drift/Pull/Wander
- Pinpoint Test G: No Communication With The Variable Assist Power Steering (VAPS) Module
- Component Tests
- Steering System
- General Procedures
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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.