Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997)
Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair
Steering Column Lock Housing Bearing
Upper
REMOVAL
1. Remove lock cylinder housing from steering column.
2. Suitably support lock cylinder housing and tap out small steering column upper bearing with an appropriate drift and a plastic hammer.
INSTALLATION
1. Suitably support lock cylinder housing. Position small steering column upper bearing so that the inner race is "up." Tap into place with a plastic
hammer and a bushing driver installer or socket the same size as outer race of steering column bearing.