Ford Escape: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Steering Column Control Module (SCCM)

Removal

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

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

   NOTE: The PMI process must begin with the current SCCM installed. If the current SCCM 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 SCCM following the on-screen instructions.
   

1. Remove the steering wheel.
   Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the steering column shrouds.
   Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Disconnect the SCCM electrical connectors and position the wiring harness aside.
   

1. Remove the retainers and the SCCM .
   Torque: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)

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 SCCM following the on-screen instructions.