Ford Fusion: Steering Column / Steering Wheel. Removal and Installation
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 electrical connector.
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Remove the bolt 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.
Installation
NOTE:
Transfer parts as needed.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Instant Gel AdhesiveTA-19-C
WSS-M2G401-B5
Repair
NOTE:
If re-adhering leather to the front side of the
steering wheel only, it will not be necessary to remove the steering
wheel...
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:
Lubricants, Fluids, Sealers and Adhesives
Material: Motorcraft® High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant
/ XL-2
Material: Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ VC-3DIL-B
(WSS-M97B44-D2)
Material: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
/ XL-5-A
(ESB-M1C93-B)
Material: Motorcraf..
Removal
Remove the air cleaner.
Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).
Detach the wiring harness retainers from the cooler bypass valve bracket.
NOTE:
Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Completely loosen the cooler bypass valve tube fitting..