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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012TRANSIT CONNECT L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONRELAYS AND MODULES - STEERING AND SUSPENSIONRELAYS AND MODULES - STEERINGSTEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0L
Steering Column Control Module: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Steering Column Lock Module
Removal and Installation
NOTICE: Do not remove the ignition lock cylinder and the ignition switch at the same time or damage to the column may result.
1. Remove the Steering Wheel..
2. Remove the Steering Column Shroud.
3. Disconnect the following connectors:
- RH multifunction switch
- LH multifunction switch
- Ignition switch
- Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) transceiver
4. Detach the 2 electrical harness pin-type retainers.
5. Remove the PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) transceiver.
6. Release the 2 locking tabs and remove the ignition switch.
7. Remove the ignition lock cylinder.
8. Remove the multifunction switch carrier.
- Remove the 2 upper bolts.
- Remove the 2 lower bolts.
- Remove the carrier as an assembly.
9. NOTE: Clean all metal shavings and foreign material after cutting a slot into the steering column lock module bolt.
Cut a slot into the heads of the 2 steering column lock module bolts.
10. Remove and discard the 2 steering column lock module bolts.
- To install, tighten the new bolts until the head of the bolt shears off.
11. Remove the steering column lock module.
12. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Align the ribs on the steering column lock module with the window of the steering column tube.
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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.