Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

On All Vehicles

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Turn the ignition keys to the ON position.
Early Build Vehicles
Remove the upper steering column shroud.

Fig 1: Removing Upper Steering Column Shroud
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Remove the screws and the lower shroud.

Fig 2: Removing Screws And Lower Shroud
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Using a small tool, press the ignition lock cylinder release button and pull the ignition lock cylinder out.

Fig 3: Pressing Ignition Lock Cylinder Release Button And Pulling Ignition Lock Cylinder Out
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Late Build Vehicles
Using a small tool, press the ignition lock cylinder release button and pull the ignition lock cylinder out.

Fig 4: Pressing Ignition Lock Cylinder Release Button And Pulling Ignition Lock Cylinder Out
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All Vehicles
To install, reverse the removal procedure.