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.
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Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B)
.
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Remove the steering wheel.
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Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connectors.
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Remove the bolt and the steering wheel.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)
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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
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Make sure the road wheels are in the straight ahead position, regardless of steering wheel position...
Other information:
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
is the maximum allowable weight of the
vehicle and the loaded trailer, including
all cargo and passengers, that the
vehicle can handle without risking
damage. (Important: The towing
vehicle’s braking system is rated for
operation at Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating, not at Gross Combined Weight
Rating...
How Does Automatic High Beam Control Work
Automatic high beam control turns the high
beams on if it is dark enough and no other
traffic is present. If it detects an approaching
vehicle’s headlamps or tail lamps, or street
lighting ahead, the system turns the high
beams off...