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Removal (Cougar & Thunderbird Tilt Wheel)

  1. Remove steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL R & I . Remove steering column. See STEERING COLUMN R & I .
  2. Remove multi-function switch. See Figure. Remove conical spring, upper bearing retaining plate and upper bearing retaining ring.
    CAUTION: Tilt casting is under spring pressure. To prevent rapid expansion of tilt spring, hold tilt casting stationary while pivot pins are being removed.
  3. Move tilt casting to uppermost position. Remove pivot pins using Pivot Pin Remover Handle (T67P-3D739-C) and Pivot Pin Remover (T67P-3D739-B or T67P-3D739-C). Lift tilt casting from lock cylinder housing and remove tilt spring.
  4. Remove steering sensor and sensor ring shield (if equipped). Remove "U" joint, coil spring retainer, coil spring and sensor ring from lower end of steering shaft. Insert screwdriver into slot in shaft sleeve. Expand sleeve slightly and remove from steering shaft.
  5. Remove steering shaft from outer tube. Remove lock cylinder housing from outer tube.
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