Lincoln Corsair: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connectors.
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Remove the steering wheel retainer and the steering wheel.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
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NOTE:
Make sure the clockspring rotor does not rotate.
NOTE:
Make sure the clockspring pins are not bent or damaged.
Tape the clockspring rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.
Use the General Equipment: Adhesive Tape
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the steering wheel multifunction switch.
Refer to: Steering Wheel Multifunction Switch (211-05 Steering Wheel
and Column Electrical Components, Removal and Installation).
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTICE:
Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the
steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may
result...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
Remove the exterior front door handle reinforcement.
Refer to: Exterior Front Door Handle Reinforcement (501-14 Handles,
Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the front door glass run and bracket..
Nearly all engines consume oil, which is essential for
normal lubrication of the cylinder bore walls and pistons and rings.
Determining the level of oil consumption may require testing by
recording how much oil is being added over a given set of miles.
Customer driving habits greatly influence oil consumption.
Mileage accumulated during towing or heavy loading generates extra ..