Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
13. Remove the steering gear fluid hoses.
(1) Remove the power steering pressure hose.
(2) Remove the power steering return hose.
14. Remove the lower steering column pinch bolt and disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear input shaft.
CAUTION: Do not rotate the steering wheel when the lower steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the air bag sliding contact will
result.
15. Remove the nuts.
CAUTION: Hold the tops of the steering gear to crossmember stud bolts to avoid damaging the steering gear fluid transfer tubes.
16. Remove the stud bolts.
