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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994TAURUS V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGSTEERING CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1994 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO
Steering Control Module: Service and Repair
1994 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOSECTION Service and Repair
VAPS Module
The VAPS module is located below the dash panel on the RH side of the steering column tube (3514).
Removal
1. Disconnect wiring harness connector from VAPS module.
2. Remove three module fixture retaining screws from column tube mounting fixture and remove module.
Installation
1. Align mounting holes of new module to mounting holes on column tube mounting fixture.
2. Install three module fixture retaining screws and tighten to 4-5 Nm (35-45 In Lbs.).
3. Reconnect wiring harness connector to VAPS module.
The VAPS module is located below the dash panel on the RH side of the steering column tube (3514).
Removal
1. Disconnect wiring harness connector from VAPS module.
2. Remove three module fixture retaining screws from column tube mounting fixture and remove module.
Installation
1. Align mounting holes of new module to mounting holes on column tube mounting fixture.
2. Install three module fixture retaining screws and tighten to 4-5 Nm (35-45 In Lbs.).
3. Reconnect wiring harness connector to VAPS module.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.