SECTION 211-04: Steering Column
2014 Mustang Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Procedure revision date: 01/07/2013

Steering Column Shaft — Lower


Item Part Number Description
1 W704980 Lower steering column shaft-to-upper steering column shaft bolt
2 W704980 Steering column coupling-to-steering gear bolt
3 W707137 Dash boot bearing nuts (2 required)
4 3C662 Lower steering column shaft
5 3E751 Upper steering column shaft

Removal and Installation

NOTICE: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may result. If there is evidence that the steering column shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to Section 501-20B .

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .
  1. Remove and discard the lower steering column shaft-to-upper steering column shaft bolt.
  1. Remove and discard the steering column coupling-to-steering gear bolt.
  1. Remove the 2 dash boot bearing nuts.
  1. Collapse the upper steering column shaft slightly and disconnect it from the lower steering column shaft.
  1. Remove the lower steering column shaft.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.