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Steering Column Upper Shaft: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. NOTE: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the steering column internal sensor may result.
    NOTE: Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent).

    Keep the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.

    GFD542402Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. WARNING: Install a new steering column shaft bolt. Reuse could result in bolt failure and loss of vehicle control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

    Remove and discard the bolt and disconnect the upper shaft from the steering column.

    GFD542392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. WARNING: Install a new steering column shaft bolt. Reuse could result in bolt failure and loss of vehicle control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

    Remove and discard the bolt and disconnect the upper shaft from the lower shaft.

    GFD542403Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Remove and discard the bolts and remove the steering column dust shield.
    GFD542422Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Remove the steering column upper shaft.
GFD542423Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY