Ford Escape: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connectors.
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Remove the steering wheel retainer and the steering wheel.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
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NOTE:
Make sure the clockspring rotor does not rotate.
NOTE:
Make sure the clockspring pins are not bent or damaged.
Tape the clockspring rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.
Use the General Equipment: Adhesive Tape
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the steering wheel multifunction switch.
Refer to: Steering Wheel Multifunction Switch (211-05 Steering Wheel
and Column Electrical Components, Removal and Installation).
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
NOTICE:
Precise tolerances are required when manufacturing a
steering column...
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear lamp assemblies.
Refer to: Rear Lamp Assembly (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 J..
Setting Text Message Notification
iOS
Go to the settings menu on your cell
phone.
Select Bluetooth.
Select the information icon to the right
of your vehicle.
Switch text message notification on.
Android
Go to the settings menu on your cell
phone.
Select Bluetooth.
Select the profiles option.
Select the phone profile.
Switch text message notification on.
Using Text Messaging
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