MKZ AWD V6-3.5L (2008)
4. CAUTION: Remove the steering column shaft-to-dash seal or damage to the seal can occur.
CAUTION: Make sure that the dash seal is correctly installed on the steering gear and the retaining clips are fully engaged into the body
or damage to the steering gear can result.
Remove the steering column shaft-to-dash seal.
5. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
6. Remove the 8 screws and position the LH and RH splash shields aside.
7. Remove the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown) and the RH splash shield.