Ford Fiesta: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components / Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components - Overview. Description and Operation
Steering Wheel and Column Switches Overview
The
steering wheel and column switches are located on the steering wheel,
on or near the steering column. This enables the driver to control
various vehicle functions and remain focused on driving. Depending on
vehicle options, the steering column switches consist of:
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Left multifunction switch - mounted to the left side of the steering column.
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Right multifunction switch - mounted on the right side of the steering column.
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Left steering wheel switch - mounted on the left side of the steering wheel.
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Right steering wheel switch - mounted on the right side of the steering wheel.
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Ignition switch (conventional) - mounted on the steering column.
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Ignition switch (START/STOP button) - mounted in the instrument panel just to the right of the steering column.
Conventional Ignition Switch System Overview
The
conventional ignition switch is controlled by the ignition lock
cylinder and key. The ignition lock cylinder and ignition switch are
connected mechanically and are used to achieve one of the following
ignition modes:
Push Button Start Ignition System Overview
The
push button start ignition system is used to place the ignition in the
ON or OFF mode and to start or shut off the vehicle powertrain.
System Operation
System Diagram - Conventional Ignition Switch
Item
Description
1
START
2
ACC or ON
3
ON or START
4
IPC
5
Floor Shifter
6
Ignition Switch
7
Ignition Key Inhibit Solenoid
8
PCM
9
BCM
10
CJB
11
Ignition Relay
12
Fuses
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Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Refer to: Instrument Panel (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Remove the center vent ducts.
If equipped with an electric booster heater.
Remove the bolt and position aside the electric booster he..
System Operation
Headlamps
System Diagram
Low Beams
The BCM
monitors the headlamp switch position by sending voltage signals on
multiple circuits to the headlamp switch. There is one circuit for each
headlamp switch position. At any given time, one of the signal circuits
is switched to ground to indicate the headlamp switch position.
If the BCM detects..