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Ignition Switch: Removal

  1. Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
  2. Position the LH instrument panel insulator aside.
    1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
    2. Position the insulator.
    Fig 1: Positioning LH Instrument Panel Insulator Aside
    G03445093Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the LH instrument panel insulator.
    1. Disconnect the courtesy lamp.
    2. Remove the insulator.
    Fig 2: Removing LH Instrument Panel Insulator
    G03445094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column opening cover.
    • Remove the screws.
    • Unhook the parking brake release handle and position aside.
    • Remove the cover.
    Fig 3: Removing Lower Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover
    G03445095Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the five bolts to remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
    Fig 4: Removing Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover Reinforcement
    G03445096Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
    1. Loosen the bolt.
    2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Ignition Switch Electrical Connector
    G03445097Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. NOTE: The ignition key should be in the OFF position.
    Fig 6: Removing Ignition Switch
    G03445098Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the ignition switch.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Remove the switch.