Ford Ecosport: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the driver air bag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
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NOTICE:
Make sure that the steering wheel lock is engaged.
NOTE:
Make sure that the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
Remove the steering wheel bolt.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
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Disconnect the upper electrical connector.
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Disconnect the lower electrical connector.
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Remove the steering wheel.
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NOTICE:
Make sure that the clockspring rotor does not rotate.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the clockspring pins are not bent or damaged.
Secure the clockspring with adhesive tape.
Use the General Equipment: Adhesive Tape
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTICE:
Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the
steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the steering column
internal sensor may result...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Spherical Cutter
Hot Air Gun
Air Body Saw
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Removal
Depower the SRS .
Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System,..
Install the new input seal RH .
Refer to: Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal RH (308-07B Transfer Case -
6-Speed Automatic Transmission – 6F35, Removal and Installation).
Install the PTU and the PTU mounting bolts.
Torque:
59 lb.ft (80 Nm)
Install the engine mounting bracket and bolts.
Torque:
35 lb.f..