Chassis

Steering Wheel. Removal and Installation

3steps
~18min
2/5difficulty
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Removal

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.

  1. Remove the driver air bag.
    Refer to: Driver Air Bag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
    1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    1. Remove the bolt and the steering wheel.
      Torque: 35 lb-ft (48 N·m)
    Ford Fusion. Steering Wheel. Removal and Installation
  2. Secure the clockspring rotor to the outer housing so that it does not rotate.
    Ford Fusion. Steering Wheel. Removal and Installation

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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