Lincoln Navigator: Steering Column / Steering Column Upper Shaft. Removal and Installation

Removal

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

1. NOTE: 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).

   Keep the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
   

1.   WARNING: Install a new steering column shaft bolt. Reuse could result in bolt failure and loss of vehicle control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

   Remove and discard the bolt and disconnect the upper shaft from the steering column.
   

1.   WARNING: Install a new steering column shaft bolt. Reuse could result in bolt failure and loss of vehicle control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

   Remove and discard the bolt and disconnect the upper shaft from the lower shaft.
   

1. Remove and discard the bolts and remove the steering column dust shield.
   

1. Remove the steering column upper shaft.
   

Installation

1. Connect the upper shaft to the steering column and install the new bolt.
   Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

1. Seat the dash seal and install the new bolts.
   Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

1. Connect the upper shaft to the lower shaft and install the new bolt.
   Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)