Section 147 (Steering Column Switches): Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting ANY repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.

Multifunction switch, located on steering column, includes flash-to-pass and front windshield wiper/washer switches. Ignition switch and lock cylinder are also mounted on steering column. Horn switch is integrated into air bag module. Horn system includes clockspring, horn, central security module, horn switch and steering wheel control harness. Steering column switch circuits are protected by battery junction box maxi-fuses No. 35 (40-amp) and No. 37 (40-amp).