Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Steering wheel removed for clarity.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Ignition Switch

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
Remove the tilt lever/ handle.

Fig 2: Removing Tilt Lever/ Handle
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NOTE: Release the upper steering column shroud by pressing the sides inward.

Remove the 3 screws and the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
- To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
Remove the ignition switch.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the ignition switch screw and remove the ignition switch.
  - To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .