Ford Explorer: Steering System / Steering Column
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Tie Rod End Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Steering Column Overview
The steering column system consists of the following components:
Steering wheel
SCCM
Telescopic and tilt motors (power adjustable steering column)
Ste..
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Locking Pliers
Removal
NOTE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely
important. Any foreign material (including any material created while
cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages
or the oil pan can cause engine failure...
Symptom Chart(s)
Symptom Chart: Symptom Chart - Exhaust System
Verify
the customer concern. Inspect the components of the exhaust system for
obvious signs of damage or other mechanical concerns using the following
chart.
Visual Inspection Chart - Mechanical
Mechanical
Exhaust pipe pinched or crushed
Damaged muffler
Broken or damaged..
Categories
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering
wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction.
Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles
during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
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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