Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Transceiver: Notes

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Transceiver On Steering Column
GF0044918Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 11582 Ignition lock cylinder
2 - Tilt column handle (if equipped)
3 391727-S424 Steering column shroud screws (3 required)
4 3K512 Lower steering column shroud
5 3530 Upper steering column shroud
6 - Passive anti-theft system (PATS) transceiver electrical connector (part of 14401)
7 W710836-S424 PATS transceiver screw
8 15607 PATS transceiver
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