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Report: Change Power Steering Fluid to Avoid Steering Pump/Gearbox Problems

Ford F-250 Problem
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Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996

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Failure to change the power steering fluid can cause the fluid to become gray with metal particles. The contaminated fluid can damage the power steering pump resulting in a growling noise when the wheel is turned; the damaged pump will require replacement to eliminate the noise.. Life of the power steering gearbox and pump will be shortened if the fluid is not serviced regularly.

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