Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Pickup, 2002 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2002 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2002 Ford Excursion, and 2002 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .
- Remove and discard steering wheel mounting bolt. Mark steering wheel hub and steering shaft for reassembly reference. Using appropriate 2-jaw puller, remove steering wheel. Route clockspring and horn wiring harness through steering wheel as wheel is lifted from steering shaft.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW steering wheel mounting bolt and tighten bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.