Ford Explorer: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Ignition Switch - Vehicles With: Keyless Vehicle System

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Chassis / Steering System / Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Ignition Switch - Vehicles With: Keyless Vehicle System

Removal

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

Release the clips and remove the trim panel.

Remove the retainers.
Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

Release the clips and and position the instrument panel center trim panel aside.

Release the clips and remove the instrument panel upper finish panel.

Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.

Release the tabs and remove ignition switch from the trim bezel.

Release the tabs and separate the ignition switch from the bezel.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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