Multifunction Switch Removal and Replacement

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Zomby Woof - 28 Jul 2007 05:25 GMT

Found this "how to" link...

http://www.v8sho.com/SHO/MultifunctionSwitchR&R.htm

Even though it's from an SHO site, would your concensus be that this is
correct procedure for a '96 Tauraus wagon as well?

Would there be any need to disarm the airbag while performing this
procedure?

Thanks...

ZW

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Sharon Cooke - 28 Jul 2007 16:21 GMT

> Found this "how to" link...
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> ZW

The instructions TELL you to disconnect the battery ground cable; in a
few minutes the SRS air bag system capacitor (or whatever) will be
discharged, and the SRS system will be inactive.

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trainfan1 - 28 Jul 2007 16:32 GMT

> Found this "how to" link...
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> ZW

Ford's Procedure:

Removal

1.    Disconnect battery ground cable.

2.    Tilt column to lowest position and remove key release lever.

3.    Remove ignition switch lock cylinder.

4.    Remove shroud screws and remove upper steering column shroud and
lower steering column shroud.

5.    Remove two self-tapping TORX® screws retaining multi-function switch
to steering column tube casting. Disengage multi-function switch from
casting.

6.    Disconnect the two electrical connectors.

Installation

1.    Install two electrical connectors to full engagement.

2.    Align multi-function switch mounting holes with corresponding holes
in the steering column tube casting. Install two self-tapping TORX®
screws making sure to start the TORX® screws in the previously tapped
holes. Tighten to 2-3 N-m (18-26 lb-in).

3.    Install upper steering column shroud and lower steering column shroud
with screws.

4.    Install ignition switch lock cylinder.

5.    Install key release lever.

6.    Connect battery ground cable.

7.    Check steering column tube and multi-function switch for proper
operation.

Rob

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