Removal and Installation

Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position.
Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt.
- To install, tighten the new bolt to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Disconnect the steering wheel switches electrical connector from the clockspring.
Remove the steering wheel while routing the wires from the clockspring through the steering wheel.
Tape the clockspring center rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.

Fig 1: Locating Outer Housing Center Rotor
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.