Steering not turning all the way to the left

Tiny
TRIPALOT
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  • 1995 FORD F-150
  • 5.0L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 15,000 MILES
I was in a accident and ever since then I can turn to the right all the way but the left I can only turn barley at all until stops all the way.
Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 10:28 PM

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Tiny
KASEKENNY
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Was the accident involving the front end at all? More then likely this is due to a steering or suspension component is bent and it is preventing you from turning. There is a change that this is a steering gear issue but more then likely it is one of the steering components.

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

I am attaching the diagrams below for the suspension and steering components for you to review and then inspect them on your truck. I would lay on the ground and turn all the way in both directions to find where the binding is.

Please let us know if you have questions on this. Thanks
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Tuesday, June 29th, 2021 AT 5:00 PM

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