Other Name: Switch Assembly - Direction Indicator; Turn Signal & Wiper Switch; Combination Switch; Multi Purpose Switch; Wiper Switch; Switch Assembly; Signal Switch
Fusion | 2006-2012 | Hybrid, S, SE, SEL, Sport | 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, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
Taurus | 2008-2012 | Limited, SE, SEL, SHO | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
Q: How to service and repair the turn signal switch on Ford Explorer?
A: Starting service and repair on the turn signal switch demands disconnecting the battery ground cable. You will need to remove first the two screws which lock the steering column opening cover and after that take out the three screws that maintain the upper and lower steering column shrouds. Start by disconnecting the multi-function switch electrical connector then remove its securing screws one by two. Be sure to tighten the new multi-function switch to 3 Nm (27 lb-inch) before performing the reverse steps of installation to finish the work. The removal process of ignition lock cylinder and ignition switch at the same time can cause damage to the steering column.
Q: How to Address Issues with the Turn Signal Switch in a Ford Mustang?
A: Repair and servicing of the turn signal switch starts with separating the steering wheel from its position. The upper steering column shroud can be taken out by gently pressing the sides. You must extract the three screws from the lower steering column shroud before you eliminate the shroud from its position. First detach the four electrical connectors from the lower multi-function switch before disconnecting the upper multi-function switch electrical connector. Unscrew the four screws which keep the multi-function switch mounted before pulling out the switch from its position. The installation process follows the reversal of all steps performed while removing the components.
Q: How to service and repair the turn signal switch on Ford Ranger?
A: The service and repair process for the turn signal switch requires starting with ground cable battery disconnection. A punch must push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab when you have the ignition key in RUN position to extract the cylinder from its place. First detach any tilt wheel handle and then disconnect the steering column shrouds by unscrewing them. To detach the multi-function switch you should first disconnect all electrical connectors followed by unscrewing its attachment. The installation requires an inverse order of removal steps while recognizing that battery disconnection and reconnection tends to produce abnormal driving symptoms since the vehicle needs to relearn its adaptive strategies through at least 16 km (10 mi) of driving.