Fuse blows after steering box replacement

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Asked by Carlton May 22, 2022 at 07:17 PM about the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Ultimate

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I replaced the steering box in my 2002 Grand Marquis and now have two
problems. The steering is off center and a little tight. I am told an alignment will
fix this? Second is whenever I turn on the AC It instantly pops #16 fuse and I
lose the climate control and turn signals. Appreciate any insight.

3 Answers

40,145

You probably put the pitman arm on in the wrong position , I would think that there's a key way of some kind to prevent this , There may be a tension screw on the steering box that you can adjust . The AC circuit has a short some where , look for any obvious wiring problems .

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That fuse also controls EVO steering, so I was wondering if related? Nothing else was touched and it didn't do this until the steering box change. Thanks

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Yes, an alignment will fix the off center steering wheel. For the A/C fuse, make sure the wiring didn't get damaged or pinched between the new gear box and the frame of the vehicle. Hope that helps! Jim

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