my steering wheel locked while driving

2006 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
109,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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NCONNEARNEY
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This morning I was turning into a street and my wheel started to tighten up but then I moved it back an forth and it was okay, but then I kept feeling it continuing during the car ride. I have power steering fluid in too!
Nov 27, 2013 at 6:51 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Which wheel was doing this? Was the vehicle in 4wd? Did you only notice this when turning?
Nov 27, 2013 at 7:28 AM
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NCONNEARNEY
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it was my steering wheel taking a right turn, the front wheels I guess it would be
Nov 27, 2013 at 7:45 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Was the vehicle in 4wd?
Nov 27, 2013 at 7:49 AM
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NCONNEARNEY
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No it wasn't
Nov 27, 2013 at 7:51 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Since it wasn't in 4wd, I am going to recommend that you start by checking the steering components. Make sure everything is tight and in good condition.
Nov 27, 2013 at 8:19 AM
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NCONNEARNEY
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thanks I will do that!!!!!
Nov 27, 2013 at 9:43 AM