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.
Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
Open the cover on the underside of the steering wheel.
Turn the steering wheel pinion bolt several times until the steering wheel is released from the steering column.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
Remove the steering wheel.
1. Position the steering wheel rearward.
2. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.

Fig 1: Steering Wheel & Electrical Connectors

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Repower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.