Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 1736

Fig. 2: Torque Specifications
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DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

STEERING COLUMN

Fig. 3: Exploded View Of Steering Column
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2003 STEERING Steering Column - F150 Pickup

Fig. 4: Exploded View Of Steering Column Legend (Cont.)
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NOTE:

All fasteners are important because they can affect the performance of vital
parts and systems. Improper installation of the fasteners can result in major
repair expenses. They must be replaced with fasteners of the same part number
if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute a design. Torque values must be used as specified during

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2003 STEERING Steering Column - F150 Pickup

The body of the steering column (3C529) is made of magnesium die castings. The steering column is attached
to a support that is an integral part of the instrument panel. The lower attachments of the steering column are
through a bracket that bends during collapse. The upper attachments are through plastic shear modules that
separate from the main casting during collapse. A clip and washer are attached to the shear modules to reduce
steering column shake and to assist in installation of the steering column.

DIAGNOSIS & TESTING

STEERING COLUMN

Refer to STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .

GENERAL PROCEDURES

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEACTIVATION AND REACTIVATION

Special Tool(s)

assembly to make sure these parts function properly.

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Fig. 5: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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Deactivation

WARNING:

Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module.
This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.

WARNING:

Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away
from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
accidental deployment.

WARNING:

Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This
will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.

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2003 STEERING Steering Column - F150 Pickup