Ford Explorer: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Chassis / Steering System / Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Release the clips and remove the instrument panel upper finish panel and the ignition lock cylinder housing.

Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Remove the retainers and the shift interlock solenoid.

Remove the retainers and remove the ignition lock cylinder housing assembly.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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