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Center (Drag) Link Replacement Service

How much does a Center (Drag) Link Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Lincoln MKT Center (Drag) Link Replacement is $288 with $193 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2016 Lincoln MKTL4-2.0L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$501.79Shop/Dealer Price$615.99 - $919.22
2018 Lincoln MKTV6-3.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$481.79Shop/Dealer Price$588.51 - $886.12
2014 Lincoln MKTL4-2.0L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$481.79Shop/Dealer Price$596.02 - $899.27
2014 Lincoln MKTV6-3.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$504.11Shop/Dealer Price$623.88 - $943.84
2013 Lincoln MKTV6-3.7LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$504.11Shop/Dealer Price$623.95 - $943.96
2015 Lincoln MKTV6-3.7LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$504.11Shop/Dealer Price$623.92 - $943.91
2015 Lincoln MKTL4-2.0L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$486.79Shop/Dealer Price$600.78 - $903.85
2013 Lincoln MKTV6-3.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$509.11Shop/Dealer Price$629.34 - $949.63
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What is the Center (Drag) Link all about?

The center link, also known as a drag link, converts the rotational motion of the steering wheel of a vehicle into the corresponding direction of the wheels when turning. You can find the drag link connected to the pitman arm, which attaches to the steering column. The other end of the drag link connects to the steering arm and eventually to the tie rods, which play a major part in pivoting the wheels that steer the vehicle.

In some vehicles, the drag link connects directly to the tie rod assembly via a ball joint instead of to a steering arm. Drag links come in either a solid single-piece or as an adjustable design.

Keep in mind:

  • In addition to the drag link, our expert mechanic will also check the ball joints connecting the drag link to the pitman arm and the steering arm or tie rod assembly for wear or cracking.
  • Many drag links feature replaceable ends so you do not have to replace the whole part.
  • One of our expert mechanics will also inspect the shocks and struts when checking the drag link to make sure these parts remain in good shape.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle front wheels are turned straight and the vehicle is lifted and supported on jack stands
  • The defective center drag link is removed
  • The new center drag link is installed
  • The vehicle is removed from jack stands
  • The vehicle is road tested and checked for proper steering operation

Our recommendation:

By following your vehicle's regular maintenance schedule, you should have the linkage beneath the vehicle, including the drag link, inspected whenever you have the vehicle lubed. Most often, though, today's ball joints, tie rods, and other parts are sealed and require little to no maintenance. In this case, have one of our expert mechanics inspect the drag link when performing a tire rotation or change, a vehicle alignment, or whenever your vehicle displays symptoms that might indicate a problem is developing with the drag link or any of its related components.

When inspecting the drag link, the mechanic will look for any excessive play, a strong indicator that the part needs replacing.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Center (Drag) Link?

  • Vibration while driving
  • Wobbling while driving

How important is this service?

The drag link is an important component in the operation of your vehicle. A faulty drag link can cause your vehicle to vibrate or wobble while driving, affecting the handling, stability, and alignment of the vehicle, making it more difficult to drive. If the faulty drag link is not replaced, the vehicle will eventually become inoperable.

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Nothing short of outstanding. He showed up on time to replace my brake pads (as the inspector yesterday indicated that this was the reason for the grinding noise I was hearing). He answered my questions about what was wrong and how to tell; even showing me the part and how it worked. When he got to the replacing, he found that one of the rotors was badly in need of replacing. At no fault of his own, he didn't have that part, but we were able to run out and get it for him at O'Reily's Auto Parts. He completed all of the work in my garage and then took me for a test drive to be sure that the repair work was completed to my satisfaction. He was very professional and worked efficiently. I had the car serviced just days before with another yourmechanic who really dropped the ball, telling me that my rear brakes were fine, but when we had it reinspected, the second yourmechanic said that the pads were bad and that the first mechanic should have seen this. Yourmechanic remedied the problem so that at least financially it didn't cost me extra, however the resolution itself took a long time with no one returning phone calls from their 1800#.

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Lincoln MKT V6-3.5L Turbo - Axle / CV Shaft Assembly Replacement (Driver Side Front, Passenger Side Front) - York, Pennsylvania
Everything went well, he was fast and gave me honest feedback about the work that needed to be done on my vehicle.

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