Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction - part 1736

Fig. 2: Torque Specifications
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DESCRIPTION & OPERATION 

STEERING COLUMN 

Fig. 3: Exploded View Of Steering Column 
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO. 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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 

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

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.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 STEERING Steering Column - F150 Pickup

  

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.

 

2003 Ford Pickup F150 

2003 STEERING Steering Column - F150 Pickup