Taurus L4-153 2.5L HSC (1986)
Shifter A/T: Technical Service Bulletins
Steering Column Shift Lever Opening Seal - Replacement
STEERING COLUMN - SHIFT LEVER OPENING
Article No.
SEAL REPLACEMENT
87-7-9
FORD:
1986-87 TAURUS
LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1986-87 SABLE
ISSUE:
The steering column shift lever opening seal is now serviced in color to match the steering column. This will eliminate the need to paint the
shift lever opening seal if it is replaced.
ACTION:
If replacement of the steering column shift lever opening seal is required, use the following service procedure.
1.
Remove upper shroud from steering column.
Figure 6 - Article 87-7-9
2.
Carefully grip edge of retainer with long nose pliers until retainer is bent or cracks in half. Remove retainers and seal, see Figure 6.