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.

1. Remove the driver airbag.
   Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
   

1. 1. NOTE: If equipped with heated steering wheel

      Disconnect the heated steering wheel electrical connector.
      
   2. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.
      
   3. Remove the steering wheel bolt and the steering wheel.
      Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

1. 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

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.