Front Center Link for 1997-2003 Ford F-150 & More - Mevotech Supreme MDS1426

$46.99

Mevotech Supreme Steering Center Link MDS1426

Part number: MDS1426

UPC: 669719371131

Condition: New

Weight: 9.20 LBS

Item Package Quantity: 1

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Mevotech Supreme Steering Center Link P/N:MDS1426

$46.99

Description

Tighten up loose, wandering steering on your full-size Ford or Lincoln with the Mevotech Supreme Steering Center Link MDS1426. This front center link is the central bar in the parallelogram linkage, tying the pitman arm and idler arm together and transferring the driver's steering input to the inner tie rods. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement for the 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-1999 Ford F-250, 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage and 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator — see the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-level fitment.

Corrosion-resistant surface treatment: helps guard against rust build-up for longer service life.
Central steering linkage: connects the pitman and idler arms to relay steering motion to the tie rods.
Front application: serves the front steering linkage on the listed trucks and SUVs.

Worn steering-linkage joints can show up as excess play in the wheel, loose or wandering steering, or a knocking sensation when turning. If a failed center link is the cause of those symptoms, this Mevotech Supreme unit replaces it. Have the linkage diagnosed and plan an alignment after installation.

Interchange: 626.65306 · DW-DS1426
62665306 · DWDS1426 · 19290547 · 1385002 · TL2026 · D1426 · D1426PR · DS1426 · MDOE24 · XL3Z3304AA · IDS1426 · 29054011 · 28130 · 4401135 · JTY229 · TDS1426

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Vehicles it fits

Interchange numbers

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

19290547, 1385002, 626.65306, TL2026, D1426, D1426PR, DW-DS1426, DS1426, MDOE24, XL3Z3304AA, IDS1426, MDS1426, 29054011, 28130, 4401135, JTY229, TDS1426

Buyer's Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a steering center link do?

It is the central bar in a parallelogram steering linkage. It connects the pitman arm and idler arm and transfers the driver's steering input to the inner tie rods.

Which vehicles does the MDS1426 fit?

It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-1999 Ford F-250, 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage and 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section.

Is this a front part?

Yes. This center link serves the front steering linkage on the listed applications.

What are signs the center link may need replacing?

Excess play in the steering wheel, loose or wandering steering, and knocking when turning can point to worn linkage. Have the linkage diagnosed to confirm the cause before replacing.

Should I get an alignment after installing it?

Yes. Any time steering-linkage components are replaced, it's best practice to have the vehicle's alignment checked and set per the service procedure.