Lincoln Nautilus: Steering Column / Steering Wheel. Removal and Installation

Removal

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

NOTE: Vehicle without heated steering wheel shown, others similar.

NOTE: Make sure the steering wheel and the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.

1. Remove the driver airbag.
   Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B) .
   

1. Remove the steering wheel.
   
   1. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connectors.
      
   2. Remove the bolt and the steering wheel.
      Torque: 35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)

1. NOTE: Make sure the clockspring rotor does not rotate.

   NOTE: Make sure the clockspring electrical connector pins are not bent or damaged.

   Tape the clockspring rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.