Lincoln Navigator: Steering System / Steering Column
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Tie Rod End Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Steering Column Overview
The
steering column is the mechanical linkage between the steering wheel
and the steering gear. The steering wheel is mounted to a shaft which
passes through the center of the steering column to the intermediate
shaft, which connects to the steering gear...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
NOTE:
The front seat backrest driver seat SCMG (driver
multi-contour seat module)/SCMH (passenger multi-contour seat module) is
part of the front seat power lumbar assembly and is serviced as an
assembly...
DISASSEMBLY
Remove the piston rings and discard.
Remove the piston pin retainers and discard.
Remove the piston pin.
NOTE:
If the piston and connecting rod are to be
reinstalled, they must be assembled in the same orientation...