Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG . Mark steering wheel hub and steering shaft for reassembly reference. Remove steering wheel mounting bolt. Using appropriate puller, remove steering wheel.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten steering wheel mounting bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.