Steering slop

Asked by RollTideXVII Mar 10, 2019 at 06:23 PM about the 2014 Ford F-150 XLT 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I just purchased a 2014 f150 4x4
The steering has about a 1/4” to 3/8” slop in
it. Not a problem at low speeds but
concerning on the interstate. The steering on
my 2010 was very tight.
I am fairly certain the slop is in the gearbox
itself. Can this be adjusted out.

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OJ answered 5 years ago

Check for worn components and excessive play when the wheel is turned. While checking under the vehicle, engine off, have someone turn the wheel 1/2 to 3/8 to see if moving steering components is not being transferred to the wheels.

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