Multifunction Switch: Removal

Disconnect the battery ground cable; refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2. Insert a punch through the hole in the lower steering column shroud and push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The steering wheel is removed for clarity.

Fig 2: Twisting Tilt Wheel Handle And Shank

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Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

If equipped, twist the tilt wheel handle and shank (3F609) and remove.
Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
3. Remove the upper steering column shroud.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Upper And Lower Steering Column Shrouds
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the multi-function switch (13K359).
1. Remove the screws.
2. Disconnect the two electrical connectors.
3. Remove the multi-function switch.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Multi-Function Switch
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.