Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Pickup, 2006 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2006 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2006 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
- Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
- If equipped, twist the tilt wheel handle and remove it.
- Remove the 3 lower steering column shroud screws.
- Separate and remove the lower steering column shroud.
- Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 ignition switch screws and the ignition switch.
- To install, align the ignition switch with the slot and index mark on the steering column and tighten the screws to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Repower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
CAUTION:
Use care when removing the instrument panel steering column cover or damage to the cover locating tab may occur.