Fusion AWD V6-3.5L (2010)
4. NOTICE: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected from the steering gear or damage to
the clockspring may occur. If there is evidence that the steering column has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For
additional information, refer to Air Bag Systems.
Remove the bolt and disconnect the steering column shaft from the steering gear.
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Discard the bolt.
5. NOTICE: Remove the steering gear/dash seal or damage to the seal may occur.
Remove the steering gear/dash seal.
All vehicles
6. Remove the wheels and tires.
7. Remove the bolts and the underbody shield, if equipped.
8. NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.
Remove the 4 screws from each side and position the RH and LH fender splash shields aside.
9. Remove the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown) from the LH and RH splash shields.
