The Power Steering pump and reservoir for a 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is located in the engine bay, driver's side, forward of the engine with a single thin drive belt attached to it. It's reservoir is on top with a black cap with yellow lettering. There are two hoses about the thickness of a Man's thumb coming out of it.
behind the power steering reservoir
It's behind the power steering reservoir.
There could be a problem in the steering linkage but most likely, the power steering pump is bad or low in fluid
The power steering high-pressure hose for a Lincoln Mark VIII is a critical component that directs pressurized fluid from the power steering pump to the steering gear, enabling smooth steering performance. If you're experiencing steering difficulties, such as whining noises or fluid leaks, a worn or damaged hose may be the culprit. It's essential to replace a faulty hose promptly to avoid further damage to the power steering system. You can typically find replacement hoses at auto parts stores or through online retailers specializing in Lincoln parts.
If you don't have a service manual then a Lincoln or Ford dealer parts department.
Behind the power steering canister, drivers side under the hood.
To replace the power steering pump on a 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII, first ensure the vehicle is safely lifted and supported. Disconnect the negative battery terminal, then remove the drive belt by loosening the tensioner. Next, detach the power steering fluid lines and unbolt the pump from its mounting bracket. Install the new pump by reversing the removal steps, ensuring all connections are secure and refill the power steering fluid before testing the system.
On the steering column
To replace the power steering pressure hose on a 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII, first, ensure the vehicle is safely elevated and secure. Disconnect the negative battery cable and then locate the power steering pressure hose, removing the bolts and clamps that secure it to the pump and steering gear. Replace the old hose with a new one, tightening the connections securely, and refill the power steering fluid before reconnecting the battery. Finally, start the engine and check for leaks while turning the steering wheel to circulate the fluid.
If you mean where does the fluid go, in to the power steering pump reservoir. It's near the front on drivers side with a belt around the pump pulley, look for a cap with "USE ATF" or "USE GENUINE FORD POWER STEERING FLUID"
It is under the power steering reservoir and can be removed by removing two bolts. It has three hoses going to it
front right side of the engine, underneath the power steering resivoir in the the housing unit that is connected to the radiator hoses, cant miss it.