2014 Ford Explorer steering shaft replacement

details/little hints to help replace a steering shaft on a Ford Explorer
special thanks to Cap Cut with the editing of this video
thanks to the editor for helping the process of making this video 🥰

[@user-jr2oe6ul4p]

Just wanna note you DO have to make sure the steering wheel DOESN'T SPIN, you can ruin the clockspring if the wheel spins completely around. I always use the seatbelt wrap around the bottom of the wheel and latch it in, pull the seat tight. Now your all set

[@markhaaland1348]

I ended up soaking the joint with WD-40 instead of replacing. So far so good.. Well see how it goes.

[@apexsmith3491]

appreciate the video, helped get the job done!

[@PursuitMode2011]

Awesome job!

[@jimcuster890]

yay I'm about to do this on my 2013 explorer.. l

[@Dan-iv2uc]

Question- What's the reason to remove the battery negative cable? Is there a possibility of airbag deployment?

[@ajax1736]

More of a fail safe. Even when changing oil some recommend to still disconnect.

[@calvinanderson751]

Would this also have a popping noise turning right?

[@ajax1736]

That's what I've got going on. Thought it was the inner or outer tie rods but just got those replaced and still clicking/clunking when turning the steering wheel