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Removal And Installation

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  1. Turn the steering wheel to 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 article.
  3. Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 38 Nm (28 lb-ft).
  4. CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.
    Fig 1: Removing Steering Wheel Using Special Tool
    GF0007792Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Using the special tool, remove the steering wheel.
    • Remove the steering wheel while routing the wires from the clockspring through the steering wheel.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.