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Steering Wheel: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE: Vehicle with heated steering wheel shown, others similar.
NOTE: Make sure the steering wheel and the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
  1. Remove the driver airbag. Refer to: DRIVER AIRBAG .
  2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    G00576974Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the bolt.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

    GFD233805Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: Make sure the clockspring rotor does not rotate.
    NOTE: Make sure the clockspring electrical connector pins are not bent or damaged.
  5. Tape the clockspring rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.
    G00576975Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.