Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.

Place the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
Disconnect the steering wheel switches electrical connector.

NOTE: Do not remove the bolt until the steering wheel has been separated from the column.

Loosen the steering wheel bolt.

Fig 1: Separating Steering Wheel From Steering Column Shaft Using Special Tool

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, separate the steering wheel from the steering column assembly.
Remove the steering wheel bolt and the steering wheel.
- To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.