Speed Control Switch: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Before servicing the steering column the airbag system must be disarmed. Refer to electrical restraint system for service procedures. Failure to do so may result in accidental deployment of the airbag and possible serious personal and/or fatal injury may result.
NOTE:
Position the front wheels straight-ahead.
- Fully extend or pull out adjustable steering column.
- Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable at battery.
- Remove the driver airbag (3). Refer to REMOVAL .
- Remove the steering wheel retaining bolt (2), then slide the steering wheel (1) off the shaft.
CAUTION: DO NOT fully remove all the clockspring T10 Torx screws. Leave one clockspring T10 Torx screw in position. This is necessary to keep the clockspring centered.
- Unscrew at least one clockspring T10 Torx screws (1) but don't take it all the way out, This will keep the clockspring centered onto itself.
WARNING: To service the speed control switch, the entire assembly that houses the speed control switch must be removed from the column. This must be done due to the clockspring passing through the assembly and into the self docking connector. Failure to remove the this assembly could damage the pins of the clockspring during installation and prevent the airbag system from operating properly.
- Back out the set screw (1) through the access hole (3) in the bottom of the steering column control module (SCCM) (2) and remove the SCCM.
- If equipped with ESP , remove the Phillip screw (2) and the steering angle sensor (1) from the SCCM. If not equipped with ESP , there will be a plastic insert there for strengthening of the SCCM that will lift right out.
- Remove the speed control switch (1) from SCCM (2).