Hello folks, i'm in the process of replacing the power steering rack on my 99 Taurus.
The old rack was leaking at both ends, the tie rod bellows were just about full of power steering oil.
I am hoping that someone has done this job as well and can answer a couple questions.
When i removed the old rack and when installing the new rack i noticed that the return line from the rack back to the pump was able to move back and forth once tightened down on the fitting. This was noticed when everything was nice and snug and buttoned down. I know that there wouldn't be that much pressure on the return line but i wonder, since it is an hydraulic fitting i'm thinking it should fit tight and not move at all. Any thoughts?
Next time one of you good folks runs out to the corner store can you check how many full revolutions of the steering wheel you have from dead straight to full lock to the right and the same to the left. So, with your front wheels pointed straight ahead (steering wheel straight ahead) how many times do you need to turn the steering before you get to full right and full left turns?
tx - learning as i go !!
cc