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Steering Column: Assembly

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  1. Install the steering column lock actuators.
    1. Lubricate the steering column lock actuators.
      • Use long-life grease.
    2. Install the steering column lock actuators.
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Column Lock Actuators
    G03442203Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the steering column lock pawl.
    1. Position the steering column lock pawl.
    2. Drive in the steering column lock lever pin (3B663).
    Fig 2: Installing Steering Column Lock Pawl & Lever Pin
    G03442204Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the steering column lower bearing retainer (3D681).
    1. Position the steering column lower bearing retainer.
    2. Install the three bolts.
    Fig 3: Installing Steering Column Lower Bearing Retainer & Bolts
    G03442205Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the steering column bearing.
    • Install the steering column bearing so that the inner race is visible when installed.
    Fig 4: Installing Steering Column Bearing
    G03442206Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the ignition switch.
    1. Align the ignition switch with the slot and index mark on the steering column.
    2. Install the screws.
    Fig 5: Installing Ignition Switch & Screws
    G03442207Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the transmission control selector lever spring clip and the gearshift lever socket bushings (7335) on the shift tube.
    • Coat the gearshift lever socket bushings with long-life grease.
    Fig 6: Installing Transmission Control Selector Lever Spring Clip & Gearshift Lever Socket Bushings
    G03442208Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the column shift selector lever plunger.
    • Coat the column shift selector plunger with long-life grease.
    Fig 7: Installing Column Shift Selector Lever Plunger
    G03442209Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the gearshift lever in the shift tube.
    Fig 8: Positioning Gearshift Lever In Shift Tube
    G03442210Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the gearshift lever pin in the shift tube.
    Fig 9: Installing Gearshift Lever Pin In Shift Tube
    G03442211Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the transmission control selector lever plunger spring in the shift tube.
    • Coat the end of the spring with long-life grease.
    Fig 10: Installing Transmission Control Selector Lever Plunger Spring In Shift Tube
    G03442212Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the transmission selector lever arm and support on the shift tube.
    • Position the transmission selector lever arm and support.
    • Install the bolts.
    Fig 11: Installing Transmission Selector Lever Arm & Support
    G03442213Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the shift tube.
    1. Position the shift tube.
    2. Position the clamps.
    3. Install the bolts.
    Fig 12: Installing Shift Tube, Clamps & Bolts
    G03442214Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. If equipped with an automatic parking brake release switch, install the brake shift interlock solenoid and the switch.
    Fig 13: Installing Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid & Switch
    G03442215Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the brake shift interlock solenoid.
    Fig 14: Installing Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid
    G03442216Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the upper steering column bearing on the steering column lock cylinder housing.
    • Use an appropriate bearing installer or socket.
    • Install the upper steering column bearing so that the inner race is visible when installed.
    Fig 15: Installing Upper Steering Column Bearing
    G03442217Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the large steering column bearing into the steering column lock cylinder housing.
    • Use an appropriate bearing installer or socket.
    • Install the lower steering column bearing so that the inner race is visible when installed.
    Fig 16: Installing Large Steering Column Bearing Into Steering Column Lock Cylinder Housing
    G03442218Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the steering column bearing tolerance ring on the steering column shaft and position the steering column shaft in the steering column lock cylinder housing.
    Fig 17: Installing Steering Column Bearing Tolerance Ring On Steering Column Shaft
    G03442219Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the steering column bearing sleeve.
    Fig 18: Installing Steering Column Bearing Sleeve
    G03442220Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Install the steering column upper bearing spring.
    Fig 19: Installing Steering Column Upper Bearing Spring
    G03442221Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Install the bearing retainer snap ring.
    Fig 20: Installing Bearing Retainer Snap Ring
    G03442222Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Install the lock cylinder housing screws loosely and position the steering actuator housing in a vise.
    • Lubricate the lock cylinder housing screws with rust penetrant.
    Fig 21: Installing Lock Cylinder Housing Screws
    G03442223Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Position the steering column lock cylinder housing and the steering column shaft on the steering actuator housing.
    • Make sure the upper and lower steering column lock actuators are aligned.
    Fig 22: Positioning Steering Column Lock Cylinder Housing & Steering Column Shaft
    G03442224Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Position the steering column locking levers (3B661) on the steering actuator housing.
    1. Use the shop fabricated tool.
    2. Install and compress the steering column position spring.
    Fig 23: Positioning Steering Column Locking Levers
    G03442225Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. Tighten the lock cylinder housing screws.
    Fig 24: Tightening Lock Cylinder Housing Screws
    G03442226Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Install the steering column bearing tolerance ring.
    Fig 25: Installing Steering Column Bearing Tolerance Ring
    G03442227Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  26. Install the sensor ring.
    1. Install the sensor ring.
    2. Install the steering column lower bearing spring.
    Fig 26: Installing Sensor Ring & Steering Column Lower Bearing Spring
    G03442228Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Install the shock absorber electronic steering sensor.
    1. Position the shock absorber electronic steering sensor.
    2. Install the screws.
    3. Connect the electrical connector.
    Fig 27: Installing Shock Absorber Electronic Steering Sensor
    G03442229Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  28. Install the steering column lock gear.
    • Use rust penetrant to coat the steering column lock gear.
    Fig 28: Installing Steering Column Lock Gear
    G03442230Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  29. Lubricate and install the steering column lock housing bearing and rotate clockwise.
    • Use rust penetrant.
    Fig 29: Installing Steering Column Lock Housing Bearing
    G03442231Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Install the steering column upper bearing retainer.
    Fig 30: Installing Steering Column Upper Bearing Retainer
    G03442232Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    31. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the steering column removal and installation procedure.
  31. Install the steering column. For additional information, refer to COLUMN  in this article.
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