Steering Column Switches Overview
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The steering column switches are located on or around the steering column. This enables the driver to control various vehicle functions and remain focused on the task of driving. Depending on vehicle options, the steering column switches consist of:
- Left multifunction switch - mounted on the left side of the SASM and is used to control the turn signals, low/high beam selection and the flash-to-pass feature. Refer to: Exterior Lighting - System Operation and Component Description .
- Lane keeping system switch (if equipped) - mounted on the end of the left multifunction switch, and is used to control the lane keeping system. Refer to: Lane Keeping System - System Operation and Component Description .
- Ride control switch (if equipped) - mounted on the end of the left multifunction switch, and is used to control the selectable suspension damping feature. Refer to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension - System Operation and Component Description .
- Right multifunction switch - mounted on the right side of the SASM and is used to control the windshield wipers and washer(s). Refer to: WIPERS AND WASHERS
- 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:INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER AND WARNING CHIMES
- For the cruise control system (left lower switch), Refer to: Cruise Control - System Operation and Component Description .
- For the audio system (right upper switch), Refer to the appropriate Information and Entertainment System - General Information article.
- For the SYNC® system (right lower switch), Refer to the appropriate Information and Entertainment System - General Information article.
The steering column switches interface with other modules and components on the vehicle through the SASM. The SASM communicates the input of the steering column switches through a LIN to the BCM and the BCM sends the request over the MS-CAN and HS-CAN.