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211-04 Steering Column|Specifications > < Steering Column Coupling
Steering Column - Steering Column Maverick 2005 (08/2004-)
Removal and Installation

Removal and Installation

  1. Position the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and remove the ignition key.
    • Rotate the steering wheel until the steering column locks into position.
  1. Remove the clockspring. For additional information, refer to Section 501-20A Safety Belt SystemSection 501-20B Supplemental Restraint System.

  1. Position the steering column boot aside.
  1. Remove the steering column coupling upper pinch bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

  1. If equipped, disconnect the passive anti-theft system (PATS) transceiver module electrical connector.

  1. Disconnect the wiring harness from the steering column.

  1. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
  1. Remove the 4 steering column mounting bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  1. Remove the steering column assembly.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

211-04 Steering Column|Specifications > < Steering Column Coupling