Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the steering column shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

NOTE: Discard the upper and lower intermediate shaft-to-steering column shaft pinch bolts upon removal. Do not reuse; replace with new bolts.

Fig 1: Removing Upper And Lower Steering Column Shaft Pinch Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove and discard the upper and lower steering column shaft pinch bolts and remove the coupler.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fig 2: Installing Upper And Lower Steering Column Shaft Pinch Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.