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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1990RANGER 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMSWIPER SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRWINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC
Windshield Wiper Switch
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCSECTION Windshield Wiper Switch
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable (two ground cables on diesel engines).
2. On models with tilt steering, remove upper extension shroud by squeezing at six and twelve o'clock positions and popping free of retaining plate at three o'clock position.
3. On all models, remove steering column shroud halves.
4. Remove turn signal switch lever by grasping and using a twisting and pulling motion while pulling lever straight out from switch.
5. Peel back foam shield from switch, then disconnect electrical connectors.
6. Remove two switch attaching screws, then the switch.
INSTALLATION
1. Align switch mounting holes with holes in lock cylinder housing, then install screws and torque to 18-26 inch lbs.
2. Adhere foam shield to switch, then install switch lever by aligning key on lever with keyway in switch and pushing lever in until fully engaged.
3. Connect electrical connectors, then install steering column shroud halves.
4. On models with tilt steering, install upper extension shroud.
5. On all models, connect battery ground cable.
1. Disconnect battery ground cable (two ground cables on diesel engines).
2. On models with tilt steering, remove upper extension shroud by squeezing at six and twelve o'clock positions and popping free of retaining plate at three o'clock position.
3. On all models, remove steering column shroud halves.
4. Remove turn signal switch lever by grasping and using a twisting and pulling motion while pulling lever straight out from switch.
5. Peel back foam shield from switch, then disconnect electrical connectors.
6. Remove two switch attaching screws, then the switch.
INSTALLATION
1. Align switch mounting holes with holes in lock cylinder housing, then install screws and torque to 18-26 inch lbs.
2. Adhere foam shield to switch, then install switch lever by aligning key on lever with keyway in switch and pushing lever in until fully engaged.
3. Connect electrical connectors, then install steering column shroud halves.
4. On models with tilt steering, install upper extension shroud.
5. On all models, connect battery ground cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.