MKZ AWD V6-3.5L (2008)
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may
result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do
not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of
correct retention of these parts.
All vehicles
1. Place the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and the ignition key in the OFF position.
2. Remove the 2 lower steering column shaft joint cover bolts and cover.
3. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while it is disconnected from the gear or damage to the clockspring can
occur. If there is evidence that the steering column shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional
information, refer to Air Bag Systems.
NOTE: Index the steering column shaft position to the steering gear for reference during installation.
Remove the bolt and disconnect the steering column shaft from the steering gear.
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To install, align the index marks, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
