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Steering Column - Console Shift: Assembly

  1. Install the locking lever cam and pin.
    Fig 1: Installing Locking Lever Cam And Pin
    G03954829Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the lock actuator lever and pin.
    Fig 2: Installing Lock Actuator Lever And Pin
    G03954828Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the lock actuator lever return spring.
    Fig 3: Installing Lock Actuator Lever Return Spring
    G03954827Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the ignition lock cylinder lockout lever.
    Fig 4: Installing Ignition Lock Cylinder Lockout Lever
    G03954826Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. NOTE: The lock lever with two teeth is installed on the left-hand side.
    Fig 5: Tapping Pin Through Levers Pushing Out Pin Punch
    G03954835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. If necessary, install the springs and lock levers.
    1. Install the spring and lever on the left-hand side. Use a pin punch to hold the compressed spring in position.
    2. Install the spring and lever on the right-hand side. Use the pivot pin to hold the compressed spring in position.
    3. Tap the pin through the levers, pushing out the pin punch, until flush with the housing.
  6. Install the lock lever actuators.
    1. Lubricate the lock lever actuator with multi-purpose grease.
    2. Install the lock lever actuators.
    Fig 6: Installing Lock Lever Actuators
    G03913566Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the lower bearing retainer.
    1. Position the lower bearing retainer.
    2. Install the three bolts.
    Fig 7: Locating Steering Column Lower Bearing Retainer - With Torque Specification
    G03913568Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    8. NOTE: The "UP" position of the bearing must be facing forward.
    Fig 8: Installing Lower Bearing And Sleeve
    G03954838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the lower bearing and sleeve.
    9. CAUTION: Install the steering column bearing so that the inner race is visible when installed.
    NOTE: Use an appropriate bearing installer or socket.
    Fig 9: Installing Bearing In Lock Cylinder Housing (1 Of 2)
    G03954839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 10: Installing Bearing In Lock Cylinder Housing (2 Of 2)
    G03884958Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the bearing in the lock cylinder housing.
    10. CAUTION: Install the steering column bearing so that the inner race is visible when installed.
    NOTE: Use an appropriate bearing installer or socket.
    Fig 11: Installing Bearing In Lock Cylinder Housing (1 Of 2)
    G03954841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 12: Installing Bearing In Lock Cylinder Housing (2 Of 2)
    G03884960Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the bearing in the lock cylinder housing.
  11. Position the shaft in the steering column lock cylinder housing.
    • Install the bearing tolerance ring on the steering column shaft.
    Fig 13: Installing Steering Column Lock Cylinder Housing
    G03919720Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the bearing sleeve.
    Fig 14: Identifying Bearing Sleeve
    G03913549Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the upper bearing spring.
    Fig 15: Locating Steering Column Upper Bearing Spring
    G03913548Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the snap ring.
    Fig 16: Removing/Installing Snap Ring
    G03913547Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the tilt pivot screws loosely and position the actuator housing in a vise.
    • Lubricate the pivot screws with multi-purpose grease.
    Fig 17: Identifying Lock Cylinder Housing Screws
    G03884965Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Place two nuts or spacers to hold the lock levers away from the actuator housing.
    Fig 18: Placing Nuts Or Spacers To Hold Lock Levers Away From Actuator Housing
    G03954848Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    17. NOTE: Lubricate the lock cylinder housing pivot bushings with multi-purpose grease.
    Fig 19: Installing Lock Cylinder Housing
    G03919664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the lock cylinder housing.
    • Position the lock cylinder housing and the shaft assembly on the actuator housing.
    • Make sure the upper and lower lock actuators are aligned.
    • Install and compress the steering column position spring.
    • Align the lock cylinder housing bushings with the pivot screws and tighten the screws.
    • Using a long thin screwdriver, remove the nuts installed under the lock levers.
  18. Install the bearing tolerance ring.
    Fig 20: Installing Bearing Tolerance Ring
    G03919636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Install the sensor ring.
    1. Install the sensor ring.
    2. Install the lower bearing spring.
    Fig 21: Installing Sensor Ring
    G03913596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Install the ignition switch. Align the ignition switch with the slot and index-mark on the actuator housing.
    • Install the screws.
    Fig 22: Installing Ignition Switch - With Torque Specification
    G03905178Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    21. NOTE: The narrow section of the keyhole in the lock gear should be in the one o'clock position.
    Fig 23: Installing Lock Gear
    G03919633Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Install the lock gear.
    • Use multi-purpose grease to coat the lock gear.
  22. Install the lock housing bearing.
    • The narrow section of the keyhole should be in the one o'clock position, with the tab inboard at the three o'clock position, and rotate it counterclockwise.
    • Lubricate the lock housing bearing with Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESB-M1C93-B.
    Fig 24: Installing Lock Housing Bearing
    G03919670Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Install the upper bearing retainer firmly to engage the four retention tabs into the lock housing.
    Fig 25: Install Upper Bearing Retainer Firmly To Engage Retention Tabs Into Lock Housing
    G03919631Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. Install the turn indicator cancel cam.
    Fig 26: Installing Turn Indicator Cancel Cam
    G03954816Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Install the clockspring. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
    26. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes and instructions in the steering column removal and installation procedure.
  26. Install the steering column. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
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