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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Lock Module Components
G06269742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION

Item Part Number Description
1 3530 Upper steering column shroud
2 3K512 Lower steering column shroud
3 W707658 Lower steering column shroud screw (3 required)
4 5404459 Steering column opening cover
5 12049 Steering column lock module bolt (2 required)
6 - Steering column lock module clamp (part of 3K772)
7 3K772 Steering column lock module assembly
8 - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) electrical connector (part of 14401)
9 - Ignition switch electrical connector (part of 14401)
    NOTE: The steering column opening cover is held in place by tabs that clip to the instrument panel.
  1. Remove the steering column opening cover by pulling straight outward.
    2. NOTE: Release the upper steering column shroud, by pressing inward on the sides of the shroud and lifting upwards.
  2. Remove the upper steering column shroud.
  3. Release the tilt lever, remove the 3 lower steering column shroud screws and then the shroud.
  4. Disconnect the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) and ignition switch electrical connectors.
  5. Disconnect the multifunction switch electrical connector.
    6. NOTE: After cutting slots in the lock module bolts, clean all metal shavings and foreign material from the steering column.
  6. Using a suitable tool, cut slots into the heads of the 2 steering column lock module bolts.
    7. NOTE: The lock module bolts are designed to sheer off when tightened.
  7. Remove the 2 steering column lock module bolts using a screwdriver.
    • Discard the bolts.
    • To install, use new steering column lock module bolts and tighten until the heads of the bolts shear off.
  8. Remove the steering column lock module clamp and the steering column lock module assembly.
    9. NOTE: Align the locating tab on the steering column lock module with the window of the steering column tube. Verify that the lock module operates correctly.
  9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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