Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 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 .
Position the steering column boot aside.

Fig 1: Identifying 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: Locating Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Transceiver
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Disconnect the wiring harness from the steering column.

Fig 3: Locating Wiring Harness Connector From Steering Column
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Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.

Fig 4: Locating 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.