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:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A
ESE-M1C171-A
Removal
NOTICE:
The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the
smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake
system component, ensure that no debris enters the system...
Note: Depending on your vehicle option package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents
Press and release the button to
direct airflow to the overhead air vents.
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell Air Vents
Press and release the button to
direct airflow to rear footwell air vents...
Categories
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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