Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may result. If there is evidence that the steering column shaft has rotated the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
Remove and discard the lower steering column shaft-to-upper steering column shaft bolt.
- To install, tighten the new bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Remove and discard the steering column coupling-to-steering gear bolt.
- To install, tighten the new bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Remove the 2 dash boot bearing nuts.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Collapse the upper steering column shaft slightly and disconnect it from the lower steering column shaft.
Remove the lower steering column shaft.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.