i bet this is really common. i think this perfectly describes my experience as well.

 

What year does the electric-assist steering start? Do I need to worry about this on a 2010?

 

[QUOTE=If you do it yourself or get it done make sure they either unplug your steering rack or your battery.......or it'll cost you lots more later. [/QUOTE]

I did this because it was in the instructions.... but why?

 

At the very most you should be paying like 400 and thats with the included level kit. Mine was around 345.

 

I believe it was 2011

 

yeah 2010 is still hydrolic. 2011 was the first year for the electronic power steering.

 

it can damage the electronic power assist unit.

 

I think when your hammering on your ball joint you might damage some teeth on the EPAs gear.......that or cause them to skip a few.

I'm surprised this system doesn't get wrecked when offroading.

 

So, I actually went into the dealer the other day to make sure they understood I was talking about a level and not a lift. Service Manager was dead set on it taking 10hrs, and went to tell me that no alignment was needed after. I again clarified that it was only a level and not a lift, he went on to say a lift would be 20+ hours. When confronted about how much it would be to switch out struts, parts not included. He said "well thats completely different".

Thanks Ford Service!!

 

I paid $110 for labor to install my AS 2" and rear block. That INCLUDED alignment. Shop had the front and rear on in 1 hour and 10 minutes. I bought the leveling kit. I bought my wheels and tires from them and thought that was why so cheap. But I called for a buddy not changing wheels and tires and was quoted the same $110. You just have to shop around. I would have done it myself if not so cheap.