Multifunction Switch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, 2005 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2005 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 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2. Insert a punch through the hole in the lower steering column shroud and push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
  
  Fig 1: Inserting Punch
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NOTE: The steering wheel is removed for clarity.

Fig 2: Twisting Tilt Wheel Handle

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If equipped, twist the tilt wheel handle and shank and remove.
Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
3. Remove the upper steering column shroud.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Upper Steering Column Shroud
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Remove the multifunction switch.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
3. Remove the multifunction switch.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Multifunction Switch
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