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Old Dec 18, 2008 | 05:52 AM
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Unhappy 2003 F-350 steering problem

Hi!

My steering suddenly got supereasy to turn. I can almost "throw" the steering wheel from lock-to-lock, at stationary.
Have checked the tire pressure, power steering oil level, but it all seems fine.

It's a 6,0 L, with hydraulic brake assist.

Anyone have a sugestion?
 
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Old Dec 18, 2008 | 06:28 AM
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This happens when you are moving, or sitting still? Do you have your foot on the brake or not?
 
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Old Dec 18, 2008 | 08:16 AM
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This happens when you are moving, or sitting still? Do you have your foot on the brake or not?
It is like this all the time.
It seems like the steering is on steroids AND speed.
 
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If it were something in my driveway it would be an indication that it was about to blow up...
 
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Hmm... over-pressure relief valve in the steering pump not opening? That might not be a good thing.

Do you have a lot of brake boost too?

If not, sounds like the spool valve in the steering box broke it's spring(s).

But I'm no Hydro-Boost expert...
 
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