Lincoln Corsair: Automatic Transmission External Controls - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40 / Removal and Installation - Downshift Paddle Switch
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the downshift paddle switch.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the retainer and the downshift paddle switch.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Activation
NOTE:
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is no electrical power available, connect an external power source.
Apply the parking brake...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the FCIMB .
Refer to: Front Controls Interface Module B (FCIMB) (415-00 Information
and Entertainment System - General Information, Removal and
Installation)...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Interior Trim Remover
Activation
Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening and depress the cinch release button...
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern.
Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart...