24 Lariat 2.7 Steering getting tight

[TurboRanger]

This is getting worse I drive for 1/2 hr and the steering gets tight It's not returning back to center Turn a little let go of the wheel and it keeps making the turn. Couple times I turn off the motor and restart and it's ok for a awhile This

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[LeeHo]

This is getting worse I drive for 1/2 hr and the steering gets tight It's not returning back to center Turn a little let go of the wheel and it keeps making the turn. Couple times I turn off the motor and restart and it's ok for a awhile This

Have the same ranger but not noticed it yet. Look and see if your 4 wheel lock light (low center of your dash) is lit when it happens. Did it to me a couple of times. Also the light on console. I never touched the button or dial.

 

[superj]

Video it happening and take the video to your dealer so they can replace whatever is causing the issue

 

[TurboRanger]

Yesterday I stopped for gas restarted the motor and the steering was fine . It will last for 15 min. and it will start getting tight steering straight . Turn in a bend it the road let go of the wheel and it keeps turning does not return to center .

 

[superj]

You for sure need to take that in and get it taken care of.

I wonder if something is off in thr alignment? One of the settings effects that type of stuff but since it doesnt fo it all the time, maybe thats not it

 

[TurboRanger]

Alignment does not change when you restart the motor

 

[superj]

Thats why i thouhht maybe not alignment related. I know one of the alignment setting effects return to center though but it would be all the time tha

 

[LeeHo]

Since there is no hydraulic power steering pump, this is most likely an issue with the power steering control module (PSCM). It can be heat sensitive so it might start acting up after about 15 minutes. Remember, this is the 2.7L engine and it takes up a lot more room in the engine compartment than the 2.3. It brings the engine that much closer to the module - especially the wiring harness where it plugs into the module. Since the PS returns after restarting the truck, it seems to eliminate mechanical issues and points directly to electrical. If not the module, the heat could also affect the small internal PS motor, gear sensor, or portions of the harness. Also, check your battery. Anything but a healthy battery can literally F-UP the electrical components - especially electronics like modules. Auto start & stop doesn't help either. In any case, it needs to go back to the dealer.

 

[TurboRanger]

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