2023 Ford Edge TitaniumFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Column: Installation

All vehicles 

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. Repower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Repowering .

    Vehicles with power adjustable steering column 

    NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
  3. If a new memory steering column has been installed, use the steering column control switch and set the soft stops as follows.

    1. Move the column upward until it reaches the end of travel.
    2. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
    3. Move the column downward until it reaches the end of travel.
    4. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.

    GFD643058Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. If a new memory steering column has been installed, use the steering column control switch and set the soft stops as follows.

    1. Move the column rearward until it reaches the end of travel.
    2. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.
    3. Move the column forward until it reaches the end of travel.
    4. Move the column in the same direction until it reaches the end of travel again.

GFD643059Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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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.