Lincoln Aviator: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Column Lower Shaft
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTICE:
Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the
steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the steering column
internal sensor may result.
NOTE:
Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent)
Hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
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WARNING:
Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may
result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss
of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
Remove the steering column lower shaft.
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Remove and discard the retainer and separate the
lower steering column shaft from the upper steering column shaft.
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Remove and discard the retainer and remove the lower steering column shaft.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
NOTICE:
Precise tolerances are required when manufacturing a
steering column...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering column upper shaft.
Refer to: Steering Column Upper Shaft (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
Release the clips and remove the LH instrument panel end cap.
Release the clips and remove the RH instrument panel trim panel.
Remove the screws, release the clips and remove the driver side register assembly...
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
PACM
B1A01:01
Speaker #1: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test C
PACM
B1A01:11
Speaker #1: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
PACM
B1A01:12
Speaker #1: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
PACM
B1A01:13
Speaker #1: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
PACM
B1A02:01
Speaker #2: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test C
PACM
B1A02:11
Speaker #2: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
PACM
B1A02:12
Speaker #2: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
PACM
B1A02:13
Speaker #2: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
PACM
U0100:00
Lost Communication With ECM/PCM "A": No Sub Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test E
PACM
U0140:00
Lost Communication With Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test F
PACM
U0422:00
Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test G
PACM
U201A:51
Control Module Main Calibration Data: Not Programmed
GO to Pinpoint Test H
PACM
U2101:00
Control Module Configuration Incompatible: No Sub Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test H
PACM
U3000:41
Control Module: General Checksum Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test I
PACM
U3000:42
Control Module: General Memory Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test I
PACM
U3000:96
Control Module: Component Internal Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test I
PACM
U3003:16
Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold
GO to Pinpoint Test J
PACM
U3003:17
Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold
GO to Pinpoint Test K
Symptom Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...