Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 797

SECTION 211-04: Steering Column
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Steering Column Shaft
Removal and Installation
1. CAUTION: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while intermediate shaft
is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the
steering column shaft has rotated the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For
additional information, refer to
NOTE: Discard the steering column shaft pinch bolt and the lower intermediate shaft-to-steering
gear pinch bolt. Do not reuse, install new bolts.
Remove and discard the steering column shaft pinch bolt and disconnect the intermediate from
the coupling.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to
3. Remove the pinch bolt.
4. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the gear and remove the intermediate shaft.
Section 501-20B .
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual
Section 100-02 .