Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
5. Remove the bearing retainer.
6. Remove the bearing and the gear.
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Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
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Use a new ignition switch lock cylinder.
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When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive
strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km ( 10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
2. Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.