Steering Column: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the steering column and loosely install the steering column support bolt. Install and tighten the nuts to specification.

Fig 1: Installing Steering Column And Installing Steering Column Support Bolt
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Tighten the steering column support bolt.

Fig 2: Tightening Steering Column Support Bolt
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Connect the steering column shaft to the flexible coupling and install a new the pinch bolt/nut.

Fig 3: Connecting Steering Column Shaft To Flexible Coupling And Installing Pinch Bolt/Nut
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Position the boot.

Fig 4: Positioning Boot
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Connect the electrical connectors.

Fig 5: Connecting Electrical Connectors
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If equipped, connect the selector lever shift cable to the lever and bracket.

Fig 6: Connecting Selector Lever Shift Cable To Lever And Bracket
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Connect the multifunction switch and headlamp switch electrical connectors.

Fig 7: Connecting Multifunction Switch And Headlamp Switch Electrical Connectors
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Secure the harness to the gearshift housing.

Fig 8: Securing Harness To Gearshift Housing
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Connect the passive anti-theft system (PATS) transceiver module electrical connector and install the pin-type retainer.

Fig 9: Connecting Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Transceiver Module Electrical Connector
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Install the trim panel.

Fig 10: Installing Trim Panel
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Install the air bag sliding contact. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .