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:
Disconnect
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Power Liftgate
2
Hood Ajar Switch
3
Passive Key
4
with Push Button Start
5
Horn
6
GWM
7
GWM
8
PDM
9
DLC
10
IPC
11
RTM
12
without Push Button Start
13
Manual Liftgate
14
BCM
15
Left Door Lock Control Switch
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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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