211-04 Steering Column 2013 - 2014 MKZ
Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 11/6/2012

Steering Column

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

  1. 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).
  1. Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
  1. Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
  1. Torque : 2.5 Nm
  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
    Torque : 25 Nm
  1. NOTE: Power adjustable steering column shown, manual adjustable steering column similar.

  1. NOTE: The deployable steering column electrical connector retaining tabs are not easily accessible. Using an inspection mirror and needle-nose pliers may help in viewing and releasing the electrical connector retaining tabs.

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
    Torque : 25 Nm

Installation

  1. NOTE: Transfer parts as needed.

    To install, reverse the removal procedure.