Steering Column - LHD: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

If installing a new steering column, connect the scan tool and upload the module configuration information from the PSCM. Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description .
NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

Remove the steering column lock and ignition switch housing. Refer to: Steering Column Lock and Ignition Switch Housing .
NOTE: This step is not necessary when installing a new component.

Remove the steering column shrouds. Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds .
NOTE: Make sure that the steering wheel does not rotate or damage to the clockspring may occur.

NOTE: This step is not necessary when installing a new component.

Secure the steering wheel.

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If equipped. Remove the driver knee airbag. Refer to: Driver Knee Airbag .
NOTE: This step is not necessary when installing a new component.

Disconnect the electrical connectors and detach the wiring harness from the SCCM.

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Detach the wiring harness from the steering column.

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1. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the EPAS control module.
2. Unclip and position aside the steering column wiring harness.
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1. WARNING: WARNING: Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
  
  NOTE: DO NOT hammer, pry or force steering column and column shafts during installation or removal. Failure to follow this instruction may cause damage to steering components that could lead to loss of steering control during vehicle operation and could result in serious personal injury or death.
  
  Remove and discard the intermediate steering shaft-to-steering column bolt.
  
  Torque: 25 lb.ft (34 Nm)
2. Separate the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column.
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1. Remove the retainers and the support bracket.
  Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
2. Remove the retainers and the instrument panel airbag mounting bracket.
  Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
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Remove and discard the rear steering column mounting nuts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Remove and discard the forward steering column mounting nuts and remove the steering column.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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