Ford Explorer: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel Multifunction Switch

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Chassis / Steering System / Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel Multifunction Switch

Removal

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

NOTE: Vehicles with paddle switches shown others similar.

  1. Remove the steering wheel.
    Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
  1. Remove the retainers and the steering wheel rear cover.
  1. On both sides.
    Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  1. Remove the retainers and the steering wheel bezel.
  1. On both sides.
    Remove the retainers and the steering wheel multifunction switch assembly.
  1. If equipped. On both sides.
    Remove the retainer and the steering wheel paddle switch.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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