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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 MANUALSFORD2009RANGER 2D PICKUP, 2.3 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGSTEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATIONDIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTEERING SYSTEMSYMPTOM CHART - STEERING SYSTEM

2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, Automatic

Symptom Chart - Steering System

2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION Symptom Chart - Steering System

STEERING SYSTEM SYMPTOM CHART

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Steering has lack of assist or inconsistent assist	Contaminated power steering fluid Steering gear Power steering pump Restricted power steering lines/hoses	Go To PINPOINT TEST A .
Excessive steering wheel play	Steering gear Steering column shaft/U-joints Steering linkage	Go To PINPOINT TEST B .
Steering system drift/pull/wander	Steering column shaft/U-joints Steering gear mounts Steering gear valve	Go To PINPOINT TEST C .
Poor returnability/sticky steering	Binding steering column shaft/U-joints	INSTALL a new steering column shaft. REFER to STEERING COLUMN .
	Suspension components	To continue the suspension diagnosis, REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
	Binding steering column bearing(s)	INSTALL a new steering column. REFER to STEERING COLUMN .
	Binding dash boot seal	INSTALL a new dash boot seal. REFER to STEERING COLUMN
	Steering gear	The steering gear cannot be adjusted. INSTALL a new steering gear as necessary. REFER to POWER STEERING .

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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.