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[Matt0987]

Originally Posted by Matt0987

I recently took my Ex in for an alignment. Not the dealership because it is out of warranty. I took it to a company recommended by an old mechanic friend. The company has been around for over 40 years. They are a suspension specialist. As it turned out, the driver's side track bar bolt was loose. It now drives straight and the steering does float. You know, when you have too much play in the steering?

However, I never like the idea of "let's try this and see how it goes". That is fine, I suppose, if they are paying for it. Though you are still out the time if "it" dosen't work.

They need to do a better diagnosis. This old mechanic friend could go for a ride and, even if you were driving, tell you what the problem was.

Surely the dealership personel has someone who can diagnose the problem before needless fixes are attempted. Wasting time and money.

If the alignment is needed within 12 months I believe they, normally, will cover it. I believe that even Ford believes that a vehicle should last a year. Not including regular fluid changes as required. But wipers, alignment, and many other parts should last at least the first 12 months.

Oops, the steering does not float.