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Steering Column: Installation

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  1. NOTE: Transfer parts as needed.

    To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Vehicles with power adjustable steering column 

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

    If a new memory steering column has been installed, use the steering column control switch and set the soft stops as follows.

    1. Move the column upward until it reaches the end of travel.
    2. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
    3. Move the column downward until it reaches the end of travel.
    4. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.

    GFD405489Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

    If a new memory steering column has been installed, use the steering column control switch and set the soft stops as follows.

    1. Move the column rearward until it reaches the end of travel.
    2. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
    3. Move the column forward until it reaches the end of travel.
    4. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.

GFD405490Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY