Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual / Chassis / Steering System / Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing

Ford Escape: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Removal and Installation - Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing

Removal

Remove the SCCM .
Refer to: Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) (211-05 Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components, Removal and Installation).

Disconnect the electrical connectors, unclip the retainer and position the harness aside.

Remove the retainers and the ignition lock cylinder housing.
Torque: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)

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

NOTE: For non-functional ignition lock cylinders, replace the ignition lock cylinder.
Remove the ignition lock cylinder.
Refer to: Ignition Lock Cylinder (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Removal and Installation - Steering Column Control Module (SCCM)

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Removal and Installation - Ignition Switch

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

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Master Access Code

What Is the Master Access Code

The master access code is a factory-set five-digit entry code. You can operate the keypad with the master access code at any time. The master access code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer.

Displaying the Master Access Code

To display the factory-set code in the information display:

Ford Escape. Master Access Code

Remove the rubber mat. Insert the first programmed key in the backup slot. Press the push button ignition switch once and wait a few seconds. Press the push button ignition switch again and remove the key. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in the backup slot and press the push button ignition switch.