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:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Front suspension mounted
Remove the LH front wheel and tire assembly.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the front ride height sensor electrical connector...
Breaking-In
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 mi (480 km). During this
time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,000 mi (1,600 km). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the gears early...
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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