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Removal & Installation

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    WARNING: Always deplete the backup power supply before repairing or installing any new front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) component and before servicing, removing, installing, adjusting or striking components near the front or side impact sensors or the restraints control module (RCM). Nearby components include doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.

    Refer to the Description and Operation portion of SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article for location of the RCM and impact sensor(s).

    To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least 1 minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).

    Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Wait at least one minute before proceeding with the procedure to allow the backup power supply to deplete its energy. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES article.
  2. Remove the instrument panel finish panel and disconnect the electrical connector.
    3. Fig 1: Instrument Panel Finish Panel & Electrical Connector
    GF0014157Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Lift the console finish panel up and remove the finish panel.
    4. Fig 2: Console Finish Panel
    GF0014158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Push the shift handle bezel down and disconnect the transmission control (TC) switch harness.
    5. Fig 3: Transmission Control (TC) Switch Harness
    GF0014159Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the 2 shift handle screws and remove the shift handle.
    6. Fig 4: Shift Handle Screws
    GF0014160Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Lift the shift indicator bezel and remove the bulb.
    7. Fig 5: Shift Indicator Bezel Bulb & Harness
    GF0014161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Release the shift interlock cable housing clip and disconnect the interlock cable.
    8. Fig 6: Shift Interlock Cable Housing Clip
    GF0014162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the lower steering column opening finish panel.
    1. Remove the screw and position the parking brake release handle aside.
    2. Remove the screw from the lower steering column opening finish panel.
    3. Pull outward to release the retaining clips and remove the lower steering column opening finish panel.
    9. Fig 7: Lower Steering Column Opening Finish Panel
    GF0014148Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the 5 screws and the lower steering column opening finish panel reinforcement.
    10. Fig 8: Lower Steering Column Opening Finish Panel Reinforcement
    GF0014149Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the 4 screws and the instrument panel reinforcement brace.
    11. Fig 9: Instrument Panel Reinforcement Brace & Screws
    GF0014163Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
    1. Remove the 3 screws.
    2. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
    12. Fig 10: Lower Steering Column Shroud & Screws
    GF0014164Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove the 4 nuts and lower the steering column.
    • To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
    13. Fig 11: Steering Column Nuts
    GF0014165Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Disconnect the electrical connector from the shift lock actuator solenoid.
    14. Fig 12: Shift Lock Actuator Solenoid Electrical Connector
    GF0014166Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Lift the actuator solenoid from the mounting bracket and remove the interlock actuator and cable.
    15. Fig 13: Interlock Actuator And Cable
    GF0014167Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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