Symptom Chart: Steering Column Switches
Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Possible Causes | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| No power in all ignition switch positions - conventional ignition switch | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| No power in ACC - conventional ignition switch | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| No power in RUN - conventional ignition switch | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| No power in START - conventional ignition switch | Refer to Pinpoint Test | DIAGNOSE the no-start condition. Refer to the appropriate Engine article for the procedure. |
| No power in ON - push button ignition switch | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| Key not detected displays in the message center | Refer to Pinpoint Test | REFER to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Vehicles With: Push Button Start. |
| The ignition mode indicator is inoperative | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The ignition mode indicator is always on | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| The ignition key cannot be returned to the OFF position | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| The ignition key can be turned to the OFF position when the selector lever is not in PARK | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| The ignition key is hard to turn | Refer to Pinpoint Test | REFER to: Locks, Latches and Entry Systems . |