Steering Column: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All Vehicles

Position the steering column and install the 4 steering column bolts.
- 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
Connect the steering column shaft and install a new steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt.
- 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
NOTE: Make sure the electrical wiring harness is routed correctly and secured to the steering column or damage to the wires and/or connectors may occur.

Position the wiring harness, attach the wiring harness retainers and connect the electrical connectors.

Vehicles with Column Shift
Install the selector lever cable into the bracket.

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Connect the selector lever cable to the selector lever mechanism.

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Connect the selector lever mechanism electrical connector.

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Connect the selector lever harness electrical connector.

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All Vehicles
Position the steering column cover and install the 4 steering column cover screws.
- 5 Nm (44 lb-in)
Install the steering column shrouds. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SHROUD .
Install the steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL .
If a new power steering column has been installed, operate the column through the full range of travel using the steering column control switch. This allows the SCCM to learn the position of the new column.