Lincoln Nautilus: Steering Column / Steering Wheel Cover Repair. General Procedures

Materials

Repair

Steering wheel with adaptive steering

NOTE: Steering wheel with SECM is not meant to be repaired, the steering wheel must be replaced.

1. Remove the steering wheel.
   Refer to: Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Adaptive Steering (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
   

Steering wheel without adaptive steering

1. 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).
   

1. Position the loose leather out of the way.
   

1. Apply the specified adhesive evenly over the wheel spoke.
   Material: Motorcraft® Instant Gel Adhesive / TA-19-C (WSS-M2G401-B5)

1. Position the loose leather back into the original position.
   

1. 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.
   

1. Apply pressure (for at least 30 seconds) until the leather is bonded to the wheel spoke.
   

1. If removed, install the steering wheel.
   Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).