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Module-Passive Anti-Theft Transceiver: Removal

    CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
    1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
    2. Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
    Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
    G03445261Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Twist the tilt wheel handle and shank (3F609) and remove.
    Fig 2: Removing Tilt Wheel Handle And Shank
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  4. NOTE: The steering wheel has been removed for clarity.
    Fig 3: Removing Upper And Lower Steering Column Shrouds
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  5. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds (3530).
    1. Remove the screws.
    2. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
    3. Remove the upper steering column shroud.
  6. Remove LH instrument panel insulator.
    1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
    2. Remove the insulator.
    Fig 4: Removing LH Instrument Panel Insulator
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  7. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
    1. Remove the screws.
    2. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
    Fig 5: Removing Lower Instrument Panel Steering Column Cover
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  8. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
    1. Remove the screws.
    2. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
    Fig 6: Removing Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover Reinforcement
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  9. Remove the transceiver assembly.
    1. Remove the screw.
    2. NOTE: Only apply pressure below the key cylinder rib.
    3. Release the transceiver over the rib on the lock cylinder housing.
    4. Disconnect the electrical connector locator and electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Removing Transceiver Assembly
    G03445267Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.