E 350 Van V8-7.3L DSL (1988)
Fig. 9 Non-tilt Steering Column. E-Series w/Automatic Transmission
Fig. 10 Non-tilt Steering Column. Bronco & F-Series w/3 Speed Manual Transmission
3.
On all models, partially withdraw turn signal/hazard warning switch, and key warning buzzer terminal if equipped, from upper flange, Figs. 7
through 10.
4.
Remove snap ring from upper steering shaft.
5.
Remove lower bearing retainer from bottom of steering column.
6.
Using suitable tool, gently tap steering shaft out of bottom of steering column. Harsh impacts at either end of shaft may alter shaft in overall
length, adversely affecting assembly.
7.
On vehicles equipped with automatic transmission, drill out shift tube retaining rivet from bottom of shift socket.
8.
On vehicles equipped with three speed manual or automatic transmission, withdraw shift tube assembly from bottom of column.
9.
On all models, clip ignition switch in lock position and remove ignition switch and actuator rod.
10.
On E-Series models equipped with automatic transmission, remove PRNDL21 hood and lens assembly.
11.
On all models, loosen upper flange retaining nuts until only 1 or 2 threads remain engaged, then pinch nuts toward each other and withdraw
upper flange from outer tube.
12.
On vehicles equipped with three speed manual or automatic transmission, remove shift socket from outer tube.
13.
On vehicles equipped with four speed manual transmission, remove flange extension from outer tube.
14.
On all models, remove upper bearing and insulator cover from upper flange by gently tapping from opposite side.
15.
Remove flange retaining bolts and nuts.
16.
On vehicles with manual transmission, remove snap ring from lock release lever assembly.
17.
On vehicles with manual transmission, remove lock release lever assembly through hole on front of flange and remove spring from assembly.
18.
On vehicles with automatic transmission, remove PRNDL21 insert from front of flange.
19.
On all vehicles, place lock cylinder in Run position and remove retaining pin, then remove lock cylinder from flange.
