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:
Inspection and Verification
Before
diagnosing or repairing the Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC)
Inverter system refer to the Owner's Literature and REFER to: Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC) Inverter - System Operation and Component Description (414-05 Voltage Converter/Inverter, Description and Operation)...
Overdrive Clutch
For overdrive clutch operation,
REFER to: Transmission Description - System Operation and Component Description (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission – 6F35, Description and Operation).
REFER to: Overdrive Clutch Assembly (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission – 6F35, Description and Operation)...