Lincoln Nautilus: Power Steering / Steering Gear. Removal and Installation

Removal

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

1. If installing a new steering gear, upload the PSCM configuration to the scan tool.
   Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description (418-01A Module Configuration, Description and Operation).
   

1. Remove the front subframe.
   Refer to: Front Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
   

1. 1. Rotate the steering gear boot counter clockwise.
      
   2. Remove the steering gear boot.
      

1. Remove and discard the steering gear mounting bolts.
   Torque: 129 lb.ft ( 175 Nm)

1. Lift the front stabilizer bar up to gain clearance and remove the steering gear.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTICE: Make sure the boot is properly installed before installing the steering gear into the vehicle. If the boot is not properly installed it can cause high friction with the input shaft, which may cause internal damage to the steering gear.

   1. Check and install the steering gear boot on steering gear as shown.
      
   2. Rotate the steering gear boot clockwise to lock into position.
      

1. If a new steering gear was installed, download the PSCM configuration from the scan tool to the new PSCM .
   Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description (418-01A Module Configuration, Description and Operation).