Module - Passive Anti-Theft Transceiver: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder

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CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2. Insert a punch in the access hole of the steering column and press the release tab while pushing out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Unscrew the tilt wheel handle and shank and remove.

Fig 2: Unscrewing Tilt Wheel Handle
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Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the LH instrument panel steering column opening cover.
Fig 3: Removing Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover
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NOTE: The steering wheel has been removed for clarity

Fig 4: Removing Upper And Lower Steering Column Shrouds

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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.
Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
Fig 5: Removing Instrument Panel Steering Column Opening Cover Reinforcement
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NOTE: The steering wheel has been removed for clarity.

Remove the anti-theft transceiver module.

Remove the screw from the bottom of the transceiver module.

NOTE: Only apply pressure or leverage below the key cylinder lower rib.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the module.