Ignition Switch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
Pull the steering column opening cover off the lower instrument panel.

Fig 1: Pulling Steering Column Opening Cover
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NOTE: For clarity, the driver side knee brace and the steering column opening reinforcement are not shown in the illustration. It is not necessary to remove these items to remove the ignition switch.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Wiring Harness From Ignition Switch

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Disconnect the wiring harness from the ignition switch.
Remove the ignition switch screws and the ignition switch.

Fig 3: Removing Ignition Switch Screws
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