Using a small, flat-bladed screwdriver, release retaining knob on back of headlamp switch knob while pulling knob away from shaft. Remove (unscrew) trim bezel located behind headlamp switch knob.
Section 01-12: Instrument Panel and Console | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual |
Removal
Vehicles with tilt column, position steering wheel (3600) in full down position.
Vehicles with column shift, set parking brake control (2780) and position shift lever to the lowest position.
Unsnap the right and left moulding by carefully prying on the notches at bottom of mouldings.
Using a small, flat-bladed screwdriver, release retaining knob on back of headlamp switch knob while pulling knob away from shaft. Remove (unscrew) trim bezel located behind headlamp switch knob.
Remove the two exposed screws under the right and left moulding.
Unsnap five retaining clips by pulling the instrument panel finish panel (044D70) rearward starting with the two at the steering column (one each side) and then the three at top of instrument panel finish panel.
NOTE: Wiring is connected to instrument panel finish panel.
Disconnect the wiring connectors from instrument panel finish panel.
Installation
Follow removal procedures in reverse order.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 044D70 | Instrument Panel Finish Panel |
| 2 | 04320 | Instrument Panel |
| 3 | 046A62 | Moulding (RH) |
| 4 | 046A63 | Moulding (LH) |
| 5 | 11661 | Headlamp Switch Knob and Shaft |