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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Place the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
  3. Loosen the steering wheel bolt.
    4. CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.
    Fig 1: Separating Steering Wheel From Steering Column Using Special Tool
    G03945493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tool, separate the steering wheel from the steering column.
    5. NOTE: A new bolt must be installed.
  5. Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  6. Remove the steering wheel.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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