Lincoln Corsair: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel Multifunction Switch
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the steering wheel.
Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the downshift paddle switch.
Refer to: Downshift Paddle Switch (307-05A Automatic Transmission
External Controls - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal
and Installation).
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Remove the upshift paddle switch.
Refer to: Upshift Paddle Switch (307-05A Automatic Transmission
External Controls - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35/8F40, Removal
and Installation).
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Remove the retainers, disconnect the wire harness clips and remove the steering wheel rear cover.
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NOTE:
Position the steering wheel bezel and switches forward to gain access to wiring connectors.
Separate the steering wheel bezel and switches assembly
from the steering wheel, disconnect the electrical connectors and remove
the assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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On both sides
Remove the retainers and remove the steering wheel switch.
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On both sides
Remove the retainers and remove the steering wheel switch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
Remove the rear door latch.
Refer to: Rear Door Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Release the cable tension by turning the release screw until the handle lever releases from th..
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags
Driver and passenger knee airbags are
located under or within the instrument panel.
During a crash, the restraints control module
may activate the driver and passenger knee
airbags (individually or both) based on crash
severity and respective occupant conditions.
Under certain crash and occupant conditions, the driver and passenger knee
airbags may
deploy ..