Ford F87Z-3600-AAD Steering Wheel Assembly

To remove the steering wheel, first disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and if equipped with an airbag, also disconnect the positive cable. For non-airbag systems, remove the screws securing the horn pad to the steering wheel and take it off. For airbag systems, pry the plugs covering the driver's side airbag module screws on the sides of the steering wheel. In non-airbag systems, partially pull the horn pad away, unplug the electrical connector, and then remove it. For airbag models, remove the screws from the side of the steering wheel, lift the airbag off, and detach the electrical connector, storing the airbag safely. Loosen the steering wheel bolt a few turns without removing it, then use a steering wheel puller to remove the wheel, ensuring not to hammer on the shaft. After the wheel is loose, remove and discard the bolt, using a new one for installation. Lift off the damper if equipped, and check for alignment marks on the steering wheel and column, making your own if necessary. For installation, ensure the horn spring is in position, align the marks on the steering wheel hub and shaft, and slip the wheel onto the shaft, installing and tightening the new mounting bolt to the specified torque. The rest of the installation follows the reverse order of removal, ensuring that the airbag wiring does not get pinched between the airbag sliding contact and the steering wheel.

To remove the steering wheel, first disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and if equipped with an airbag, also disconnect the positive terminal. For non-airbag systems, remove the screws securing the horn pad to the steering wheel, partially pull the horn pad away, unplug the electrical connector, and then remove the horn pad. For models with airbags, pry out the plugs covering the airbag module screws, remove the screws, lift off the airbag, and detach the electrical connector, ensuring to store the airbag safely with the trim-side facing up. Next, remove the steering wheel bolt and disconnect any electrical connectors for cruise control or audio switches if applicable. If equipped, lift off the damper. Look for factory alignment marks on the steering wheel and column; if not visible, create your own for alignment during installation. Use a puller to remove the steering wheel, ensuring not to strike the wheel or hammer on the shaft, and discard the original steering wheel bolt. For installation, ensure the horn spring is in position, align the marks on the steering wheel hub and shaft, and slip the wheel onto the shaft. Install a new mounting bolt and tighten it to the specified torque. The remainder of the installation follows the reverse order of removal, taking care to avoid pinching the airbag wiring and ensuring proper alignment of the airbag sliding contact before installing the steering wheel, with the manufacturer recommending the use of a new steering wheel bolt.

To remove the steering wheel, first disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and if equipped with an airbag, also disconnect the positive terminal. For non-airbag systems, remove the screws securing the horn pad to the steering wheel, partially pull the horn pad away, unplug the electrical connector, and then remove the horn pad. For models with airbags, pry out the plugs covering the airbag module screws, remove the screws, lift off the airbag, and detach the electrical connector, ensuring to store the airbag safely with the trim-side facing up. Next, remove the steering wheel bolt and disconnect any electrical connectors for cruise control or audio switches if applicable. If equipped, lift off the damper. Look for factory alignment marks on the steering wheel and column; if not visible, create your own for alignment during installation. Use a puller to remove the steering wheel, ensuring not to strike the wheel or hammer on the shaft, and discard the original steering wheel bolt. For installation, ensure the horn spring is in position, align the marks on the steering wheel hub and shaft, and slip the wheel onto the shaft. Install a new mounting bolt and tighten it to the specified torque. The remainder of the installation follows the reverse order of removal, taking care to avoid pinching the airbag wiring and ensuring proper alignment of the airbag sliding contact before installing the steering wheel, with the manufacturer recommending the use of a new steering wheel bolt.

The remainder of installation is the reverse of the removal steps. Caution: On airbag systems, make sure the airbag wiring does not get pinched between the airbag sliding contact clock spring and the steering wheel.