Steering Column: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Lincoln Nautilus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
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Precise tolerances are required when manufacturing a steering column. Never install a repaired, rebuilt, aftermarket, or remanufactured steering column. Always install a new steering column. Failure to follow this direction can result in steering column failure.
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Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .
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NOTE: This step only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the SCCM. Refer to: Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) . Refer to: Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) - Vehicles With: Adaptive Steering .
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NOTE: This step is not necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the steering column shrouds. Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds .
- Detach the retainer and disconnect the SCCM electrical connector(s).
Vehicles with Adaptive Steering
- Disconnect the SCCM electrical connector.
Vehicles with power adjustable steering column
- Detach the retainer, disconnect the power tilt motor and power telescopic motor electrical connectors.
- Disconnect the deployable steering column electrical connector.
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NOTE: Install a new steering column shaft bolt. Reuse could result in bolt failure and loss of vehicle control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
Remove and discard the bolt and disconnect the steering column shaft.
Torque: 20 lb.ft (27.5 Nm)
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NOTE: Do not reuse steering column bolts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
Remove and discard the bolts and remove the steering column.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)