Turning Effort Test (Ford Motor Co. Only)
With front wheels properly aligned and tire pressures correct, park vehicle on dry concrete and set parking brake. Idle engine for 2-3 minutes and turn steering wheel side to side several times to warm fluid. With engine running, attach a pull scale to rim of steering wheel. Measure pull required to turn wheel one complete revolution in each direction. Pull should be to specifications.
TURNING EFFORT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Effort (Lbs.) |
|---|---|
| Maverick, Comet, Granada, Monarch | 7.0 |
| All Other Models | 5.0 |