How to service the deployable steering column safely on Ford Escape?

The first step for servicing the deployable steering column requires testing the SRS dependency then opening all SRS devices outdoors at a minimum distance of 9.14 meters (30 feet) away while using hearing protection due to deployment noise. Access to the electrical connector can be gained by either lowering down or fully removing the deployable steering column from its instrument panel position. The wiring pigtail must be removed from the original vehicle harness when deploying the column except for at least 4 inches of wire remaining available for work. Laboratory personnel must first remove the wire sheathing before exposing the cut wire ends. Two 20-gauge wires with minimum 9.14 meters (30 feet) length each should be stripped at both ends to make a jumper harness. Joint the two wires at the beginning part of the jumper harness. The deployable steering column wiring should get its corresponding wires by attaching the jumper harness ends while applying insulation to close any contact points. Structure the jumper harness at least 9.14 meters (30 feet) away from the column. A completed deployment of the steering column requires connecting the ends of the jumper harness wires to a 12-volt battery following their detachment from each other. The personnel must wait for a minimum of 10 minutes after deployment before approaching the deployed steering column. They must follow standard scrapping procedures to dispose of it correctly.

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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: CL8Z-3C529-D
$920.72 MSRP: $1068.65
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- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Replaces: 9L8Z-3C529-D, 9L8Z-3C529-C, AL8Z-3C529-A, CL8Z-3C529-A, CL8Z-3C529-C, 9L8Z-3C529-B, BL8Z-3C529-A, CL8Z-3C529-B, AL8Z-3C529-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2012 Ford Escape | Hybrid, Limited, Limited Hybrid, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: LX6Z-3C529-BR
$1440.45 MSRP: $1969.85
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- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Replaced by: LX6Z-3C529-CH
- Replaces: LX6Z-3C529-AM, LX6Z-3C529-AK, LX6Z-3C529-BC, LX6Z-3C529-AS, LX6Z-3C529-W
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2022 Ford Escape | S, SE, SE Hybrid, SE Plug-In Hybrid, SE Sport Hybrid, SEL, SEL Hybrid, SEL Plug-In Hybrid, Titanium, Titanium Hybrid, Titanium Plug-In Hybrid | 3 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: 5L8Z-3524-AA
$322.90 MSRP: $446.71
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2007 Ford Escape | Limited, XLS, XLT, XLT No Boundaries, XLT Sport | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: CV6Z-3C529-M
$444.33 MSRP: $643.08
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- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Replaces: CV6Z-3C529-K, CV6Z-3C529-B, CV6Z-3C529-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2019 Ford Escape | S, SE, SEL, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: PZ1Z-3C529-Q
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023 Ford Escape | Active, Base, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Elite Hybrid, ST-Line Hybrid, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Select Hybrid | 3 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: CV6Z-3C529-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2014 Ford Escape | S, SE, SEL, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Ford Escape Column Assembly Part Number: 1L8Z-3524-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft; Steering Column
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Ford Escape | XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: 6M6Z-3C529-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Column Assembly - Steering; Column Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2007 Ford Escape | Hybrid, Limited, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Escape Column Assembly Part Number: 1L8Z-3524-TB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft; Steering Column
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Ford Escape | Limited, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Escape Column Assembly Part Number: 1L8Z-3524-LB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft; Steering Column
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Ford Escape | XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escape Steering Column Part Number: 1L8Z-3524-CB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft; Column Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004, 2001 Ford Escape | Limited, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS

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The Ford Escape's Steering Column is an essential assembly that transfers the steering angles and torque from the steering wheel to the steering mechanism for desirable vehicle behavior. However, for alem of its primary role, it has secondary roles like acting as a crumple zone in case of an impact, supporting other components including switches and gauges. Through retracting structure, the energy from an accident is absorbed on the steering column to minimize harm to the driver and additionally the contemporary car includes aspects such as the steering lock for security gains. Responding to the federal regulations, the steering column in the Ford Escape ensures safety and at the same time, optimal performance of the vehicle.

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Q: How to service the deployable steering column safely on Ford Escape?
A:
The first step for servicing the deployable steering column requires testing the SRS dependency then opening all SRS devices outdoors at a minimum distance of 9.14 meters (30 feet) away while using hearing protection due to deployment noise. Access to the electrical connector can be gained by either lowering down or fully removing the deployable steering column from its instrument panel position. The wiring pigtail must be removed from the original vehicle harness when deploying the column except for at least 4 inches of wire remaining available for work. Laboratory personnel must first remove the wire sheathing before exposing the cut wire ends. Two 20-gauge wires with minimum 9.14 meters (30 feet) length each should be stripped at both ends to make a jumper harness. Joint the two wires at the beginning part of the jumper harness. The deployable steering column wiring should get its corresponding wires by attaching the jumper harness ends while applying insulation to close any contact points. Structure the jumper harness at least 9.14 meters (30 feet) away from the column. A completed deployment of the steering column requires connecting the ends of the jumper harness wires to a 12-volt battery following their detachment from each other. The personnel must wait for a minimum of 10 minutes after deployment before approaching the deployed steering column. They must follow standard scrapping procedures to dispose of it correctly.