Installation (Mustang)
- To ensure an interference fit between upper bearing and steering shaft, use a punch to rough steering shaft surface where bearing inner race rides on shaft.
- Install sleeve and new bearing onto steering shaft. Place a piece of pipe, 3/4" (19 mm) I.D. x 3 1/2" (89 mm) long, over steering shaft. Insert steering wheel bolt through large washer. Thread steering wheel bolt into steering shaft. Tighten bolt until bearing is seated onto shaft. Remove bolt and pipe. Install new snap ring. Install bearing retainer plate.
- Install metal safety strap and bolt assembly through flexible coupling of steering shaft and through flange on steering input shaft. Tighten 2 safety strap nuts. DO NOT overtighten nuts. Install upper and lower trim shrouds. Install steering wheel. Install NEW steering wheel bolt.