Steering Column Switches: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not remove the ignition lock cylinder and the ignition switch at the same time or damage to the column can result.

If removing the ignition switch, depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to DISABLING SYSTEM
If removing the multifunction switch, disconnect the battery. For additional information, REFER to BATTERY DISCONNECT

Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps:

PARTS SPECIFICATION

Part	Steps
Ignition switch	1-9
Multifunction switch	1-6, 10-14

Fig 1: Identifying Removal Order Of Steering Column Switches

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.