Fix Power Steering Leaks: 2012 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

Our research indicates that your vehicle has an electric power steering system ("EPS" or "EPAS"). These systems use an electric motor instead of a hydraulic system and therefore do not have any power steering fluid to leak. Electric power steering typically require less maintenance and are more fuel efficient.

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2012 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

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2012 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

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2012 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

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2012 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup