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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: Make sure the wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
  1. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
  2. Loosen the steering wheel bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    3. CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.
    NOTE: Do not remove the steering wheel bolt until the steering wheel has been separated from the steering column shaft.
  3. Using the special tool, separate the steering wheel from the steering column shaft.
  4. Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt.
  5. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the steering wheel and remove the steering wheel.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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