Topaz FWD L4-140 2.3L CFI (1987)
Fig. 12 Tilt steering column exploded view (Typical). 1984---87 EXP, Tempo & Topaz
TILT COLUMN
Removal
1.
Remove steering column assembly.
2.
Remove turn signal switch attaching screws, then the switch.
3.
Remove steering wheel, then upper conical spring, bearing plate and C-clip ring, Fig. 12.
4.
Move tilt column to uppermost position to unload spring, then using tool T70P-3D739-A or equivalent, remove tilt pins. Use care when
removing pivot pins as the tilt spring is still under tension.
5.
Remove upper casting from lock cylinder housing.
6.
Remove clamp from lower end of steering shaft, then pull steering shaft from end of column.
7.
Remove lock cylinder housing to outer tube flange bracket attaching bolts, then rotate ignition switch to start position and pull actuator interlock
out of clearance hole in tube.
8.
Remove ignition lock drive gear and actuator.
Installation