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Elite In Memoriam
- Joined
- January 17, 2001
- Messages
- 24,667
- Reaction score
- 28
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1999 XLT
The multifunction switch on my ’99 has been infected with a poltergeist for quite some time; the wipers come on whenever it suits them.
This integrated multifunction switch controls the turn signals, hazard flasher, windshield wiper/washer control, headlamp dimmer/flash-to-pass.
I finally decided to replace the switch.
The switch, part number YL5Z13K359AAA, cost $66.48 at my local Ford dealership.
The first step is to disconnect the negative battery cable. Next, the 3 screws that hold the steering column shrouds on were removed and upper and lower steering column shrouds. This fully exposes the multifunction switch and its two Allen head screws which are then removed. The two electrical connectors are removed.
Installation is the reverse of the above procedure.
The total time involved in this project was about 20 minutes.
Alas, the poltergeist has been exorcised; all functions controlled by the multifunction switch have been restored to normal.
This integrated multifunction switch controls the turn signals, hazard flasher, windshield wiper/washer control, headlamp dimmer/flash-to-pass.
I finally decided to replace the switch.
The switch, part number YL5Z13K359AAA, cost $66.48 at my local Ford dealership.
The first step is to disconnect the negative battery cable. Next, the 3 screws that hold the steering column shrouds on were removed and upper and lower steering column shrouds. This fully exposes the multifunction switch and its two Allen head screws which are then removed. The two electrical connectors are removed.
Installation is the reverse of the above procedure.
The total time involved in this project was about 20 minutes.
Alas, the poltergeist has been exorcised; all functions controlled by the multifunction switch have been restored to normal.