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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1986AEROSTAR V6-183 3.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION LOCKSERVICE AND REPAIRLOCK CYLINDER HOUSING
1986 Ford Aerostar V6-183 3.0L
Lock Cylinder Housing
1986 Ford Aerostar V6-183 3.0LSECTION Lock Cylinder Housing
Removal
1. Remove steering column assembly from vehicle.
2. Remove turn signal and wiper/washer switch from steering column.
3. Remove upper and lower steering shaft bearings on non-tilt column, or lower bearing only on tilt column.
4. Remove 2 bolts securing lock cylinder housing to outer tube flange. Rotate ignition key to ``Start'' position, then pull actuator interlock out of tube clearance hole.
5. Remove ignition lock drive and actuator.
Installation
1. Install actuator and ignition lock drive gear.
2. Turn ignition key to ``Start'' position to locate actuator interlock through outer tube clearance hole. Install, then torque lock cylinder housing attaching bolts to 12---21 ft. lbs.
3. Install upper and lower steering shaft bearings.
4. Install turn signal and wiper/washer switch onto steering column.
5. Install steering column into vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.