Lincoln Aviator: Steering Column / Removal and Installation - Steering Column Opening Seal
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the steering column upper shaft.
Refer to: Steering Column Upper Shaft (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the cowl panel.
Refer to: Cowl Panel (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Note the position of the components before removal.
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Push the cone into the rubber boot.
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Move the rubber boot aside to gain access to the steering column opening seal retainers.
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NOTE:
Use a 1/4 inch drive wobble extension.
Remove the steering column opening seal retainers.
Torque:
106 lb.in (12 Nm)
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Remove the rubber boot.
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Remove the steering column opening seal.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering column.
Refer to: Steering Column (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Use a Straightedge that is calibrated by the
manufacturer to be flat within 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) per running foot of
length, such as Snap-On® GA438A or equivalent...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation steps.
Disconnect the battery.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...