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Transit.Tourneo Connect 2002.5 (06.2002-)

Steering System - General Information - Steering System Transit/Tourneo Connect 2002.5 (06/2002-)
Diagnosis and Testing

Inspection and Verification

  1. Verify the customer concern.
  1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart

Mechanical Electrical
  • Tire pressure(s)
  • Accessory drive belt
  • Wheels and tires
  • Power steering line fluid leaks
  • Power steering pressure (PSP) switch
  1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
  1. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart.

Symptom Chart

Symptom Possible Sources Action
Steering is very difficult/very easy
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Loose or worn accessory drive belt.
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CHECK the accessory drive belt. REFER to Section  303-05 Accessory Drive.
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Power steering hose restriction.
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CHECK the power steering hoses for damage, kinks or restrictions. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.
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Fluid contamination.
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FLUSH the power steering system.
REFER to Power Steering System Flushing /
Power Steering System Flushing in this section.
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Fluid aeration.
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BLEED the power steering system. REFER to Power Steering System Bleeding in this section.
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Seized suspension ball joints.
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CARRY OUT the suspension ball joint component test. REFER to Section  204-00 Suspension System - General Information.
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Worn steering gear.
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INSTALL a new steering gear. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.
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Worn steering column.
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CARRY OUT the steering linkage component test. REFER to Steering Linkage Component Test.
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Worn power steering pump.
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INSTALL a new power steering pump. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.
Steering does not vary with increased wheel rotation
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Worn tie-rod ends.
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CHECK and INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to Section  211-03 Steering Linkage.
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Worn front suspension bushings.
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CHECK and INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to Section  204-01 Front Suspension.
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Worn suspension ball joints.
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CARRY OUT the suspension ball joint inspection component test. REFER to Section  204-00 Suspension System - General Information.
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Worn strut and spring assembly top mount.
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INSTALL a new strut and spring assembly top mount. REFER to Section  204-01 Front Suspension.
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Steering gear insulator bushings worn or perished.
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CHECK and INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.
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Loose steering gear retaining bolts.
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CHECK and INSTALL new bolts as necessary. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.
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Loose steering column retaining bolts.
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CHECK and INSTALL new bolts as necessary. REFER to Section  211-04 Steering Column.
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Loose steering column to steering gear pinion retaining bolt.
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CHECK and INSTALL a new bolt as necessary. REFER to Section  211-04 Steering Column.
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Excessive steering gear backlash.
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INSTALL a new steering gear. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.
Steering assist does not vary with vehicle speed
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Power steering pressure (PSP) switch.
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Circuit.
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For additional information, refer to the Wiring Diagram.

Components Tests

Steering Linkage

Inspect the steering gear boots for cuts, deterioration, twisting or distortion. Make sure the boots are secure. Install new boots or clamps as necessary.

  1. Park the vehicle on a dry, even surface and apply the parking brake. Place the steering in the straight-ahead position.
  1. With the engine running, gently turn the steering wheel to the right and left to check free play. Free play is measured at the steering wheel rim and should be within the limits stated in the specifications. If free play exceeds the limit stated the steering linkage or the steering column is worn, or the backlash of the steering gear is excessive.
  1. With the engine OFF, hold the steering wheel firmly with both hands. Attempt to move the steering wheel up and down and also to the left and right without turning the wheel, to check the steering column bearing wear, steering column shaft joint play and steering wheel or steering column looseness. If free play is detected, check the correct torque of the steering column, coupling shaft and steering wheel retaining bolts. The steering column cannot be repaired, install a new steering column. REFER to Section  211-04 Steering Column.
  1. If the steering linkage is worn, install new components as necessary. REFER to Section  211-03 Steering Linkage. The steering column cannot be repaired, install a new steering column. REFER to Section  211-04 Steering Column. Steering gear backlash cannot be adjusted, install a new steering gear. REFER to Section  211-02 Power Steering.

General Procedures > < Steering Gear Checks After a Collision