Lincoln Aviator: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Steering Wheel Multifunction Switch

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: Steering wheel with adaptive steering shown others similar.

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   NOTE: The PMI process must begin with the current SIMA installed. If the current SIMA does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, the tool may prompt for As-Built Data as part of the repair.

   Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the SIMA following the on-screen instructions.
   

1. Remove the driver airbag.
   Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
   Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the retainers and position the steering wheel bezel and switches forward to gain access to wiring connectors.
   

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
   

1. Remove the retainers steering wheel multifunction switches.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the SIMA following the on-screen instructions.