Steering Column Switches Overview

The steering column switches are located on and around the steering column. They enable the driver to control various vehicle functions while remaining focused on driving. The steering column switches consist of:

• Left multifunction switch - controls the turn signals, low/high beam and flash-to-pass headlamp functions. The multifunction switch can be serviced separately from the SCCM. Refer to: Exterior Lighting - System Operation and Component Description .
• Right multifunction switch - controls the front windshield wipers/washers, also controls the rear window wiper/washer. The wiper/washer switch can be serviced separately from the SCCM.
• Steering wheel switches - mounted on the front of the steering wheel and can be serviced separately from the steering wheel. These are used to access settings and controls displayed in the message center or for control of the cruise control system, the audio system and the SYNC® system.
  • For the message center (left upper switch), Refer to: Message Center - System Operation and Component Description .
  • For the cruise control system (left lower switch), Refer to: Cruise Control - System Operation and Component Description . Refer to: Cruise Control - System Operation and Component Description- Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control .
  • For the audio system (right upper switch), Refer to the appropriate Information and Entertainment Systems article for the procedure.
  • For the SYNC® system (right lower switch), Refer to the appropriate Information and Entertainment Systems article for the procedure.

• Steering column control switch - mounted on the left side of the SCCM and is used to control the up/down tilt and fore/aft telescopic movement of the power adjustable steering column. Refer to: Steering Column - System Operation and Component Description .

The steering column and steering wheel switches interface with other modules and components on the vehicle through the SCCM, which communicates on the CAN.