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Old 09-05-2008, 04:42 PM   #1
scuwp
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Default Foot jammed in Steering

Howdy, just had to jump the fence from the Territory section for a moment to ask for a bit of feedback.

I recently have been given a 2005 Mondeo sedan 2.0 AUT (Sorry thats all I know) for work. Significantly unimpressive vehicle but hey it's free. I was advised to be carefull as the steering column/linkage is exposed and you could easily get your foot caught in it when making a left turn. Apparently it has caused quite a few near misses (crashes). A bigger problem with those who have a big left foot or are really tall.

Ford deny any knowledge that this is a design problem despite the new models having a shroud around the linkage, so...

1. Has anyone heard of this problem before (nothing shows up in a search)?
2. Does anyone know if this is a reported problem that Ford should be aware of?
3. Has anyone else had any problems?

You can see the linkage in the attached photo to the left of the brake pedal. Your left foot would normally rest just to the left of it (no footrest fitted in these)

Cheers in advance. :

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