Lincoln Corsair: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Column Shaft
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTICE:
Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the
steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may
result. If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, remove and
recenter the clockspring.
Secure the steering wheel.
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Remove the retainers and lower the driver side insulator panel.
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Remove the driver side insulator panel.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Detach the pin-type retainers and position the harness aside.
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WARNING:
Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may
result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss
of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
Separate the steering column shaft from the steering gear.
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Remove and discard the steering shaft coupler retainer.
Torque:
46 lb.ft (63 Nm)
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Separate the steering column shaft from the steering gear.
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WARNING:
Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may
result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss
of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
Remove and discard the steering shaft coupler retainer and remove the steering column intermediate shaft.
Torque:
Stage 1:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
Stage 2:
120°
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...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Adhesive Tape
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position...
Other information:
The following warning lamps and indicators
alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious. Some lamps illuminate
when you start your vehicle to make sure
they work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the respective
system warning lamp for further information...
WARNING: Do not leave children
unattended in your vehicle and do not let
them play with the power windows. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury.
WARNING: When closing the power
windows, verify they are free of obstruction
and make sure that children and pets are
not in the proximity of the window
openings...