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:
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
DSM
B12A7:11
Steering Column Tilt Sensor A: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B12A7:15
Steering Column Tilt Sensor A: Circuit Short To Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B12A8:11
Steering Column Telescope Sensor A: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B12A8:15
Steering Column Telescope Sensor A: Circuit Short To Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B1375:11
Steering Column Tilt Motor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B1375:12
Steering Column Tilt Motor: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B1375:13
Steering Column Tilt Motor: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B137E:11
Steering Column Telescope Motor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B137E:12
Steering Column Telescope Motor: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B137E:13
Steering Column Telescope Motor: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart: Power Adjustable Steering Column
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Drain the cooling system...