Ford Fiesta: Steering Column / Steering Wheel Cover Repair. General Procedures
Materials
Name |
Specification |
Motorcraft® Instant Gel Adhesive TA-19-C |
WSS-M2G401-B5
|
Repair
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NOTE:
If re-adhering leather to the front side of the
steering wheel only, it will not be necessary to remove the steering
wheel. Steering wheel removal is necessary only when repairing loose
leather on the backside of the steering wheel.
If necessary, remove the steering wheel.
Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
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Position the loose leather out of the way.
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NOTE:
Avoid sanding the grooved area, if applicable.
Sand steering wheel structure intended to be adhered.
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NOTE:
Avoid applying adhesive in the grooved area, if applicable
Apply the specified adhesive evenly over the wheel area to be adhered.
Material: Motorcraft® Instant Gel Adhesive
/ TA-19-C
(WSS-M2G401-B5)
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Position the loose leather back into the original position.
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NOTE:
The adhesive should be completely set after 5 minutes. Do not pull on the repair area.
Smooth the leather and tuck in for neat appearance.
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Apply pressure (for at least 30 seconds) until the leather is bonded to the wheel.
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If removed, install the steering wheel.
Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
The steering column is the mechanical linkage between the steering
wheel and the steering gear and also contains the PSCM , motor and
steering sensor, which are used for providing power assist...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Grinder
Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
307-003
(T57L-500-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission
Puller
Punch
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to
Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...
Removal
Remove the luggage compartment lid moulding.
Refer to: Luggage Compartment Lid Moulding - 4-Door (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Luggage Compartment Lid Moulding - 5-Door (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...