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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012E 150 V8-4.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSSTEERING ANGLE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford E 150 V8-4.6L
Steering Angle Sensor: Service and Repair
2012 Ford E 150 V8-4.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Steering Wheel Rotation Sensor
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the steering column opening cover.
2. Remove the 2 bolts and detach the data link harness retainer.
3. Remove the 4 bolts and the instrument panel LH knee bolster.
- To install, tighten bolts to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
4. Disconnect the steering wheel rotation sensor electrical connector.
5. Remove the 2 steering wheel rotation sensor bolts.
- To install, tighten to 1 Nm (9 lb-in).
6. Remove the steering wheel rotation sensor.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- For vehicles equipped with Roll Stability Control (RSC(R)), carry out the IVD Initialization sequence. Follow the scan tool directions.
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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.