Steering - Column Replacement/Crush Pad Installation
TSB 04-18-1409/20/04
STEERING COLUMN SHIPPED WITHOUT CRUSH PAD - REUSE ORIGINAL CRUSH PAD IF NOT DAMAGED
FORD:
1998-2000 Contour
MERCURY:
1998-2000 Mystique
1999-2002 Cougar
ISSUE
Replacement steering columns are now being shipped without a crush pad.
ACTION
When replacing a steering column transfer the original crush pad, if not damaged, to the new steering column.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove steering column from vehicle, refer to Workshop Manual Section 211-04.
NOTE
(FIGURE 1) ILLUSTRATES APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF CRUSH PAD.
2. Remove the one (1) Torx head fastener securing the crush pad to the steering column (Figure 2).
3. Remove the crush pad and inspect for damage, replace if damaged.
NOTE
AVOID HITTING OR PUSHING AGAINST THE CRUSH PAD AS DAMAGE WILL RESULT.
4. Align crush pad on new steering column (Figure 3).
5. Reinstall Torx head fastener and tighten to 3 +/- 1 Nm (18-35 lb-in).
6. Install new steering column in vehicle.
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
3W612 39
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