Steering Column Switches
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Sable, 2008 Ford Taurus X, and 2008 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The steering column switches consist of the following components:
- Multifunction switch
- Ignition switch
The steering column switches receive driver inputs and send signals to various components. The multifunction switch controls the windshield wipers, turn signal, headlamp low/high beam and headlamp flash-to-pass. The ignition switch is used in conjunction with the lock cylinder key to start the vehicle. When the lock cylinder key is switched to different positions, it moves linkages which enable the ignition switch to send battery voltage to various components.