Ford Explorer: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Make sure the wheels and steering wheel is in the straight ahead position.
NOTE:
Vehicle without heated steering wheel shown others similar.
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Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
If equipped with heated steering wheel
Disconnect the heated steering wheel electrical connector.
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Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.
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Remove the steering wheel bolt 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
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering column.
Refer to: Steering Column (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
System Operation
System Diagram - Power Windows
Front Power Windows
Item
Description
1
Driver Window Control Switch
2
Driver Door Window Regulator Motor
3
PDM
4
Passenger Door Window Control Switch
5
MS-CAN
6
LIN
7
DDM
8
Passenger Door Window Regulator Motor
Network Message Chart - Front Power Wind..
WARNING: You are responsible for controlling your vehicle at all times.
The system is designed to be an aid and does not relieve you of your responsibility
to drive with due care and attention. Failure to follow this instruction could result
in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death...
Categories
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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