Ford Explorer: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Steering Column Control Switch
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the steering column control switch.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the retainer and remove the steering column control switch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Vehicle without police package shown, vehicle with police package and others similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamenta..
Other information:
WARNING: Do not adjust the driver seat or seat backrest when your vehicle is
moving. This may result in sudden seat movement, causing the loss of control of
your vehicle.
WARNING: Do not place cargo or any objects behind the seatback before returning
it to the original position...
Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electric and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Equipped
With High Voltage Batteries
(Vehicle Owner/Operator/General Public) Electric and Hybrid-Electric Vehicle
Considerations
In the event of damage or fire involving an electric vehicle or hybrid-electric
vehicle:
Always assume the high-voltage battery and associated components are energized
and fully charged...
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WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering
wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction.
Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles
during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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