2003 Ford Explorer/Remove and Replace Steering Column-HELP

[Lisa Hicks]

I need to remove/replace the steering column in my 2003 Ford Explorer. I'm kinda' stuck in the removal process. Removed all the bolts/wire plugs. Still attached somehow at the bottom of the steering column.
Does anyone know of any good step-by-step directions/videos that would be helpful?

FYI-I'm replacing steering column because I broke my gear shifter. I have allready purchased steering column from junk yard.

 

[Donystoy]

Just wondering why you are replacing the entire column. There is instructions somewhere on this forum as to how to replace the broken part. Here is a link to the part required. https://www.amazon.ca/Dorman-905-104-Mercury-Column-Repair/dp/B004DDHXCI (Canadian site but available in US)
This is a common problem and probably has to do with been hard to place in park.

 

[MitchellF75]

I broke my gear shifter off by accident because I couldn’t get the car out of park now I’ve lost reverse and drive but runs fine in third gear. Is there something electrical causing me to lose the two gears??

 

[domct203]

Is your OD light flashing?