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2005 f150 steering wheel is off center 90 degrees

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Old Jun 16, 2024 | 08:43 PM
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Default 2005 f150 steering wheel is off center 90 degrees

My son just bought a 2005 f150xl 4.2l and the steering wheel is off by about 90 degrees. It drives straight and no pulling. I look underneath and see no obvious issues. They previous owner said they hit a curb. Looks like the shaft goes straight into the rack & pinion, can this be reset or have to replace
 
Old Jun 16, 2024 | 09:00 PM
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Best to have a qualified shop check the entire steering system. Could be a bent part or maybe somebody already replaced parts and did only half the job..

Do the tires show any signs of unusual wear ? An alignment may be required.
 
Old Jun 21, 2024 | 09:36 AM
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We used to adjust the steering wheel position by adjusting the tie rod ends, it will require an alignment if you do this, a good alignment shop can take care of this issue.
 
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