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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Do not remove the ignition lock cylinder and the ignition switch at the same time or damage to the column may result.
  1. Depower the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
    2. NOTE: The steering column opening cover is held in place by tabs that clip to the instrument panel.
  2. Remove the steering column opening cover by pulling straight outward.
    3. NOTE: Release the upper steering column shroud, by pressing inward on the sides of the shroud and lifting upwards.
  3. Remove the upper steering column shroud.
  4. Release the tilt lever, remove the 3 lower steering column shroud screws and then the shroud.
    5. NOTE: Lower the steering column to the lowest tilt position.
  5. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
  6. Press the 2 tabs and remove the ignition switch.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  8. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
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