Removal And Installation: Wheel: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When installing a new steering wheel-air bag (soft pack) assembly, steering wheel or air bag (soft pack), a prepaid return postcard is provided. The serial number of the steering wheel, air bag (soft pack) and vehicle identification number (VIN) must be recorded and sent to Ford Motor Company. This must be done in all cases, even if installing only a new steering wheel.

Fig 1: Identifying ABS Airbag Module And Steering Wheel Verification

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: When installing the steering wheel, care must be taken to prevent damage to the wiring and the wiring connectors. Route the wiring through the small opening in the back of the steering wheel as it is positioned on the column shaft.

Fig 2: Identifying Pinion Shaft

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Position the steering wheel and tighten the pinion shaft.
Connect the driver air bag and then the steering wheel component electrical connectors.
- Close the access door.
Fig 3: Connecting Driver Air Bag And Steering Wheel Component Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes and instructions in the reactivation procedure.

Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEACTIVATION AND REACTIVATION .