2008 Ford Taurus X - Steering

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Steering System Repair Parts

The steering system on your vehicle allows you to turn the wheels and control your direction, and needs to operate correctly to keep you safe while you drive. Any steering system part failure can cause your steering to be sluggish or prevent you from accurately controlling the vehicle. If your steering doesn't feel right, or if you experience noises, vibrations, or clunking in your steering, find the parts you need to repair your steering system at O'Reilly Auto Parts.

Replacement Steering Shafts

Steering shafts connect the steering wheel to the rack and pinion or steering gear box. Steering shafts use U-joints to prevent clunking noises or binding, and many steering shafts use slip joints to reduce vibrations in the steering wheel and allow flexibility for tilt steering. Steering shafts may also be equipped with rag joints to further reduce steering wheel vibrations. If you notice increased clunking noises or vibrations, you may need to inspect or replace your steering shaft, especially if your ability to steer your vehicle is reduced.

Steering Linkage

If your vehicle is not equipped with a rack and pinion steering system, it will have an intricate steering linkage system connected to the steering gear box. The steering linkage transfers the motion of the steering wheel to the wheels through a number of different parts that must work together to safely turn the vehicle at the right speed. This type of steering system can contain drag links, idler arms, pitman arms, tie rod ends, and more. Many of these components can be greased as part of regular vehicle maintenance, and can allow loose steering or clunking noises to occur as they begin to wear out. The steering linkage bushings, drag links, and tie rods may also wear out and will need to be replaced to ensure continued safe steering.

Shop for Steering Parts

Shop O'Reilly Auto Parts to find the parts you need to repair your vehicle's steering. From the steering column to the tie rods, we've got you covered for a complete steering repair. We also carry power steering system components such as power steering pumps, pulleys, hoses, and more. You can find the parts, grease, and lubricants needed to complete your steering maintenance or repair at O'Reilly Auto Parts to keep your steering system working at its best.