Ford Fusion: Steering Column / Steering Column Tilt Motor. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Detach the tilt motor electrical connector and remove the screws.
Torque:
27 lb.in (3 Nm)
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Remove the tilt motor.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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If equipped with memory steering column, use the
steering column control switch and set the tilt motor soft stops as
follows.
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Move the column upward until it reaches the end of travel.
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Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
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Move the column downward until it reaches the end of travel.
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Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
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If equipped with memory steering column, use the
steering column control switch and set the tilt motor soft stops as
follows.
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Move the column rearward until it reaches the end of travel.
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Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
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Move the column forward until it reaches the end of travel.
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Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
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...
Other information:
Activation
NOTE:
Horizontal aim is not required for this vehicle and
is not adjustable. Consult your state vehicle inspection center for
recommended tolerance ranges for visual aiming.
Before starting the fog lamp assembly adjustment:
Check the tire inflation.
Make sure there are no other loads in the vehicle other than a half tank of fuel.
Make sure ..
Perchlorate
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
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