Steering rack replacement instructions please?

Tiny
MARKPETERS1
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  • 2007 FORD F-150
  • 85,000 MILES
My steering gets real stiff right and left then then suddenly easy, then after awhile it does it again, is my power steering pump going bad or rack?
Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 AT 1:38 AM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Did you verify the serpentine belt tensioner is working? If the belt is not tight, it will cause this issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-serpentine-belt-tensioner-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/serpentine-belt-tensioner-replacement

Yes, it could be the rack. A very common failure for your symptoms. I attached the procedure for replacement below for you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-problems

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/power-steering-fluid-flush

Roy
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