Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and remove the ignition key.
- Rotate the steering wheel until the steering column locks into position.
Remove the clockspring. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
Position the steering column boot aside.

Fig 1: Steering Column Boot

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Remove the steering column coupling upper pinch bolt.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
If equipped, disconnect the passive anti-theft system (PATS) transceiver module electrical connector.

Fig 2: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Transceiver Module Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the wiring harness from the steering column.

Fig 3: Wiring Harness

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Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.

Fig 4: Electrical Connectors

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Remove the 4 steering column mounting bolts.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Remove the steering column assembly.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.