2004 Lincoln LS Steering Wheel suddenly loses alignment temporarily

Sexsymbolx said:
... They had found q few loose bolts on the control arm that was letting it ...
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This is why it's recommended to always use new hardware in critical areas, as in not reuse nyloc nuts and tighten to spec.




Sexsymbolx said:
would like to keep the car overnight so that they could make sure that ...
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Owner has a hot date and using your LS ? ... naah, they never do that, just kidding. Check mileage anyhow.
 
Sexsym said: `As for Pep Boys, I could have put $1K+ into a steering rack that I didn't need and would still have had the issue, unless someone thought to tighten everything up along the way.
Putting this one in th "win" column.
Thanks everyone! I really appreciate all the help!

You're welcome! I'm really glad PEP Boys didn't get to hit you up for all that dough! Good going! don-ohio :)^)
 
So, I just experienced pretty much the same symptom today. I got out looked at it and didn't find anything obviously wrong. I drove it 1/4 mile to the nearest recommended shop. They put in on a lift and checked and didn't find anything either. The guy checking took a quick test drive. He came back a little shaken. When he parked it this time, one front wheel was pointed straight ahead. The other was not. There's no way I was going to drive it the 15 miles back home. I hope they figure it out tomorrow, and I hope it's just a loose bolt too.
 
Yeah,hope so Joe! Of course, you will probably have already guided them to the solution. don-ohio :)^)
 
I had this happen to me 4 months ago, which is why I suggested the control arm bolts. Proper torque is VERY important.
 
Well, I'm not quite as lucky. The control arms are shot (one failed). I guess I can't complain too much. It could have done it while I was in New Orleans the day before. Also, I have about 150K miles and my understanding is that the design intent was 100K mile life on those. I'll have to closely check my 04 now (180K+ miles). I've been expecting suspension issues would be heading my way due to the mileage and knowing that the dust boots are cracked/torn.
 
Yeah, I'm gonna check mine too. Sounds like prevention is the better part of valor here. don-ohio :)^)

joegr said:
Well, I'm not quite as lucky. The control arms are shot (one failed). I guess I can't complain too much. It could have done it while I was in New Orleans the day before. Also, I have about 150K miles and my understanding is that the design intent was 100K mile life on those. I'll have to closely check my 04 now (180K+ miles). I've been expecting suspension issues would be heading my way due to the mileage and knowing that the dust boots are cracked/torn.
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Ugh! 900 bucks! Gonna hafta hope my LSes control arms are VERY good.LOL! don-ohio :)^)
 
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