Pitman arm

[Falcon_LS]

I'm just wondering, what are the symptoms of a worn out pitman arm? I'm guessing the vehicle wouldn't be capable of going in a straight line without steering correction, even though the alignment is correct? Thanks.

 

[wavinwayne]

I had one go bad on a '97 Expedition. The only symptom was an awful "creeking" sound when turning the wheel at slow speeds.

 

[wafrederick1]

ALso jack the front end up,moving the tires back and forth and look for any play out of the pitman arm.If it is tight,leave it alone

 

[RH+G]

Yeah constant steering correction is da most common sympton

 

[mechtech2]

Slop felt in the steering wheel, and vagueness in driving.
Maybe a clunk.

 

[MNgopher]

On '97 to 04 Heritage Ford F150's (and the corresponding Expeditions) one symptom is a terrible creaking noise with the slightest twitch in the steering wheel or suspension. Truly annoying when you have the window down!