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How to Replace Turn Signal Wiper Switch Lever 1997-98 Ford F-150
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Tools used
Flat Blade Screwdriver
T15 Torx Driver
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Pick
1. Removing the Steering Column Cover
Turn the key to RUN position
Press the detent ball in the cylinder by inserting a pick into the bottom of the column
Remove the three Phillips head screws from the holes in the column
Tilt the steering column down
Pop out the panel and remove it from the column
Tilt the column back up
Unscrew the lever from the column
Remove the column covers
2. Removing the Multi-Function Switch
Remove the lower T15 Torx screw
Pull the lever down
Remove the upper T15 Torx screw
Disconnect the multi-function switch
3. Installing the Multi-Function Switch
Insert the multi-function switch into place
Connect the wiring harness
Tighten the two T15 Torx screws
4. Installing the Steering Column Cover
Reinstall the two halves of the steering column cover
Tighten the three Phillips head screws to the cover
Reinstall the ignition cylinder
Turn it back and remove the key
Screw in the tilt column switch
Reinstall the rear cover
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In this video, we're going to be working with our 1998 Ford F150. We're going to show you how to remove and replace your vehicle's multifunction switch, which is responsible for controlling your turn signals, high beams, and your wipers.
If you like this video, please click subscribe. We have a ton more information on this and many other vehicles. If you need this part for your truck, you can follow the link down in the description over to 1AAuto.com.
Here are the items you'll need for this repair: straight pick, Phillips screwdriver, T15 Torx driver, flat blade screwdriver
Remove your ignition lock cylinder by turning the key to the run position and using a pick or another small, straight tool to push the detent ball and remove the cylinder from the column.
Remove the three Phillips head screws from the holes in the column using a Phillips head screwdriver. If you have a tilt steering column, tilt it all the way down and pop out this panel with your hands. Then, slide the panel out from behind the column. Tilt your column back up. Unscrew the tilt column lever if your vehicle has a tilt column. Then separate the steering column cover and remove it.
Remove the two T15 Torx screws from your multifunction switch. You can use a Torx driver and a ratchet or a Torx screwdriver, because there's really not a lot of tension on these, so they're pretty easy to get out. You may have to push the lever down to get to the top one. You can now access the connectors a little bit easier.
For the top one, you'll need to pry up on the tab. The lock tab on the top has a twin on the bottom side of the connector that you'll also need to pry out to remove. You'll also need to pop this connector out here. Again, there's a tab top and bottom. You need to pry out both to remove the switch and remove your multifunction switch from the column.
Here we have our old multifunction switch that we removed from our vehicle and our new part from 1AAuto.com. As you can see, these parts are exactly the same with the same two bolt mounting location. This little switch here is actually what cancels your turn signals when your steering wheel comes around straight again. That's the same. We have the same hazard switch.
It's very important that you check the color of your hazard switch, because there are two different styles of multifunction switch for these trucks. One has a black hazard switch, like this. The other is orange. They are different and will not work with each other. We have the same stock with the same wiper settings as well as the push button washer. On the backside, we have the same two electrical connections. If your old multifunction switch has gone bad and is creating issues with your turn signals, wiper functions, washers, or high beams, this new part from 1A Auto is going to go in direct fit just like your original equipment and fix you up right.
Reinstall the electrical connections at the back of your multifunction switch. These will only fit one way. Push them in until they snap into place. Line up your new multifunction switch with the appropriate holes and reinstall your two T15 Torx screws.
Reinstall the two halves of the steering column cover. Reinstall the three Phillips head screws. Reinstall your ignition cylinder. Turn it back and remove the key. Reinstall the tilt column switch by screwing it back into its opening. Reinstall the rear cover. Snap it into place and you're good to go.
Thanks for watching. Visit us at 1AAuto.com for quality auto parts, fast and free shipping, and the best customer service in the industry.
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Correct and Affordable
Paul
February 3, 2017
Correct and Affordable, Part fit and repaired the problem of intermittent headlights.
Not OEM, better than OEM.
John
October 30, 2017
I purchased this part on line and took a gamble because it was 1/3 the price of a factory replacement. I figure the savings would compensate for a shorter lifespan... Well I was wrong! The new part is heavier, beefier, and the electrical contacts are stronger than the factory original. This switch is a perfect fit and is even better quality than the factory part that my truck came with. That's impressive. My hazard lights and windshield washer all work again, and the turn signal lever is nicer than the original.
Jamie
November 29, 2017
Just as expected! Works great so far and installation was fairly straight forward.
Perfect
Eduardo
December 15, 2017
It works fine; plug and play, simple install even a caveman can do it.
R
January 26, 2018
Exactly as ordered. Video was spot on in telling me how to replace the part and I was able to do it in about 30 minutes. No issues. I'm about to start looking here for more parts to fix some nagging issues I've had with truck!!
perfect match
george
February 3, 2018
GGot part fast and a perfect match. The installation video showed how to install it
Multifunction switch
Michael
March 22, 2018
Well made alternative to the very expensive oem piece. Fit and function is perfect. Good quality piece, fast shipping!!
Turn signal switch
S
March 30, 2018
Very good product and nice prices. Would definitely recommend to friends and family and others.
Just like factory
Shawn
August 12, 2018
Perfect fit, great price. Even better is the youtube video from 1a auto as well to show step by step
As good as the original
J
September 12, 2018
I bought a 20 year old Ford F150 and found the left brake light wasn't working, then my wife said it did work when the right turn signal was blinking. A friend who is a pretty experienced mechanic said to replace the turn signal multi-function switch.
While I was skeptical, I soon found that the left brake light functioned if I pushed up slightly on the turn signal lever. Once I removed the steering column covers and dash panel, the original switch was fairly easy to replace and only took a #15 torx drive to remove two mounting screws. I had to be careful not to break the clips holding the two wiring connectors but got them off with a little prying.
This switch is an exact duplicate of the Ford switch and worked as well as the original. Now all turn signal, brake and parking lights function as they should. Very happy with this product
Todd
September 23, 2018
I recommend this part to anyone in need. Perfect match and works just as well as as the OEM
Terrific company and service!
Robert
November 22, 2018
I have a 1998 F150 Lariat. The combination switch went bad suddenly while checking on youtube someone commented on 1AAuto and their excellent prices, services and how-to videos. So after a quick google search I found 1AAuto their how-to video gave me the confidence to give it a go so I placed my order. The price was great, the part arrived very quickly and the video was spot on. Took me about 30 minutes to replace and saved me a bundle. Needless to say I'm a pretty happy camper I also bookmarked/favorited 1AAuto as they will likely be the first place I visit for parts in the future. I already have my eye's on their very affordable brake packages and possibly a replacement radiator.
Dick
December 7, 2018
Good price, prompt delivery perfect fit, I definitely will recommend 1A to all my friends
Patrick
April 22, 2019
Works great,for a dessent price
Fixed my problem
H
September 4, 2019
I purchased this switch to fix an intermittent turn signal issue. It did exactly what it was supposed to do. Exact fit, easy to install an works like a charm. What more can I say :-)!
Just what I needed
Denis
September 15, 2019
Correct part. Great price. On time delivery. Installing was easy. This is not the first purchase from A1Auto. I have recommended them to many of my friends.
You get what you pay for
K
November 10, 2019
Honestly. I changed it out for a motor craft one.
Took apart. I was NOT very impressed. There was no electricity grease. And plastic felt flimsy
Perfect part, perfect guidance on YouTube
E
February 9, 2020
I can do basic vehicle maintenance, but have never swapped out a turn signal / multi switch control arm before. I googled "1998 F-150 windshield wiper control" to see what was out there and found your YouTube video which perfectly showed the procedure, the tools required, and the part needed. I ordered the part and had been dreading the actual "event" because I was worried I would be opening a can of worms. But... the procedure went exactly as had been shown in the video and I was done in about 30 minutes.
THANK YOU! You probably saved me about $200 in labor that I did easily myself.
Quality product
P
June 26, 2020
This is a good quality product. Exact fit! But shipping took longer than normal
Turn signal/combo switch
Glenn
July 30, 2020
The part from A1Auto made my Ford Truck signal properly with a great price and minimal install effort.
Well done Team!
Easy Multi-function switch replacement
L
August 25, 2020
it seemed like a complex repair until I watched the video, From the time the battery was disconnected until the switch was tested and everything back together took less than 45 minutes (and I was not working fast, double checking each step)
Thank you 1A Autoparts for having the parts available and the helpful video.
Awesome
J
August 26, 2020
Fast shipping, went right in and works great!
High beam does not work
Ramon-Alejandro
January 3, 2021
I made a comparison between the one I removed and this one that I got from 1Aauto, I did notice that there where 2 electrical pin connection mission in one of the 2 connections, any way I decide to give a chance and I installed it, I tested every function that supposed to work with it and I found that the high beam does not work when you pushed the switch to the from of the vehicle. When you drive in dark roads you always need the high beam to see deers on the way. I am not sure if the one that I received is the only one lacking of this function so I would recommend you guys check all functions and notify this company about it so they can work to fix it.
Other than that, everything else work as supposed.
I will need a replacement from 1Aauto that all functions are operable.
Great Switch, Even better price!
Vincent
March 18, 2021
I bought this switch after watching one of the 1A auto videos on YouTube. The video took something that seemed very difficult and showed me that even I, the not professional, could fix my truck with only a little bit of time invested. The parts came quick and worked the first time. The quality of the parts are OEM and installed just as easy. I would highly recommend this switch to anyone in need.
Saul
April 28, 2021
On time delivery and exaactly match what I bought
New combination switch, excellent video and price made the purchase irresistible.
James
August 18, 2021
I could not be more pleased. After I saw your video on the combination switch replacement on a 1998 Ford F-150, I knew I could replace it myself.
The video was specific to a "1998 Ford F-150", not one like it, so I knew exactly what to do to succeed.
The new switch is a dream... the newest part on my relic of a vehicle that I've had for over 20 years. Everything works like it is supposed to.
The switch along with the video and the price reduction made it impossible to resist purchasing. I'm so very glad I did. Thanks!!!
Turn signal switch assembly change out.
Brent
August 29, 2021
After watching the video. It was easy to install. Works as expected..
Switch replacement
james
October 4, 2021
Great fix easy to install
Very good replacement. Extremely good videos! Thanks 1A.
Roger
October 25, 2021
The part worked very well for me. The 1A Auto videos are top notch. Having the QR code to take me right to the video was a bonus. I'm very close to rating this part 5 stars with the following exceptions. 1. It feels just a bit light in build quality compared to the original. 2. The auto stop feature for the turn signal when returning the wheel to straight position sometimes doesn't work and I have to shut it off manually. Overall, I'm very pleased and will purchase from 1A again.
Great part and perfect replacement.
Tina
October 31, 2021
This fit my 98 expedition perfectly. I actually needed a new wiper motor and replaced it. However my washers never worked right and replacing the controller fixed that problem. Fast service and great part.
Great Product
Ronald
November 23, 2021
fit like the original
97 Ford F-150 signal switch
Jerry
November 28, 2021
Excellent fast service, good quality and works perfectly, thank you
Richard
January 25, 2022
Easy to install
John
February 3, 2022
Fit and works perfectly like original equipment.
Joel
February 12, 2022
Great product. Feels and looks like an OEM part.
Very good part in working order
Stovich
March 25, 2022
Looks better than OEM Hopefully it will correct my wiper issues.
Great speedy shipment
Ford combination switch
Osvaldo
March 27, 2022
Excellent purchase. It is a piece exactly to the original piece. Its installation is very easy.
Super easy to replace
Denise
April 10, 2022
It was the correct part!!! It was really easy to replace also. I love the you tube video instructions!!! Thank you very much.
Works great!!
Charles
April 14, 2022
Great product at great price! It was easy to install and now the wiper fluid works. Will definitely order other parts from 1A Auto!
Turn signal/multifunction switch replace
David
May 27, 2022
Perfect fit replacement. Sturdy well built component.
Shop At 1A Auto
Fred
June 16, 2022
Bought a used F150 and I discovered the windshield wiper switch didn't work. Thanks to 1A Auto, they have a video describing exactly how to change the part. They also sell the exact replacement at a reasonable price, including free shipping which is really awsome. I watched the video multiple times and did the work myself. The replacement is perfect and works great. Thank you 1A Auto!!!!
Bill
July 6, 2022
The part came in good shape. Took a couple days longer than advertised, but it came. The 'how-to' video sent with it described how to replace the part perfectly. It all went in the manner that the video said that it would. A little harder than maybe it should have been perhaps, but I blame that on my lack of experience, not the instructions provided.
All in all, I am very satisfied with my purchase as well as the service provided,
Perfect Fit
Paul
September 16, 2022
Perfect fit on my 1999 F250 Superduty. Works like a charm. I would absolutely recommend.
Frank
October 1, 2022
Exactly what i expected.
Great how to do videos
Shawn
December 17, 2022
Working perfect great price!
Craig
April 11, 2023
No issues here. Everything plugged in and fixed my windshield washer. It doesn't matter weather you have an orange hazard button or black. Mine was orange on the old. The new one is black and it works like intended.
It fits
Gilbert
April 29, 2023
Worked like a charm
James
August 26, 2023
perfect fit, was easy to install just like their video showed.
Brian
August 28, 2023
Easy to replace. Works great.
Kim
September 14, 2023
Perfect fit. Arrived sooner than expected.
AWESOME
Mike
September 29, 2023
looks and operates perfectly. easy to install.
Flash stick
Craig
March 3, 2024
Easy to fit. Works like it should. What more can you say. Shame the 4 way button doesn't flash like the OEM part.
Multi-function switch for 98 F-150.
Jerry
June 12, 2024
Perfect replacement with a perfect fit and finish.
Perfect fit.
MaryBeth
June 24, 2024
It's a perfect fit for my 97 F-150 XLT super cab. All functions work as well. The only difference I can tell is that it must have a slightly different auto off range for the blinker compared to OEM. If you make a slightly rounded turn it sometimes doesn't trigger off. No big deal.
Would buy again.
Recommended!!!!
Michelle
June 28, 2024
Exactly what I needed to get my wipers working again! What a relief that it was so easy to install. Nice to have them working again... now if we would just get some rain! I would recommend this product and also found the installation video very helpful.
1A Auto made it easy.
TOMAS
August 14, 2024
Fast delivery, Perfect fit. Plus, your 1A Auto install video was very helpful. Thanks again.
Combination switch
Victor
October 19, 2024
Ford F250 combination switch worked out great.once installed turning signals started working again.
Kenneth
November 17, 2024
Fit right in looks perfect
Customer Q&A
Does the mentioned switch have the intermittent wiper delay ?October 22, 2015
Johnny H
10
Yes it does, and furthermore I have had this switch on my truck for 2 years now and so far no problems whatsoever.
October 22, 2015
Anthony C
10
Yes it does.
October 22, 2015
Harold M
10
Yes it does. It is identical to the factory unit.
October 22, 2015
Richard H
10
Switch does have a delay. Is the same as OEM. This which seems to be of good quality, and it was easy to install. I highly recommend it.
October 22, 2015
Hans G
10
Yes
October 22, 2015
Quintin R
10
Yes it does.
October 23, 2015
KEVIN N
10
My 1994 F150 wipers work sometimes and sometimes I have wiggle the switch. Will replacing this switch fix this problem? Are there instructions on how to replace the switch?
October 28, 2015
Dewayne F
10
Yes it does. Very easy to install if you watch video on you tube
October 31, 2015
David D
replaced switch when i turn lights on wiper washer comes on for ten sec ??October 28, 2021
Russ I
10
There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. Once you know the cause, we'll be happy to see if we carry the parts and how-to videos needed for your repair.
October 28, 2021
Andra M
The video mentions that a RED hazard button unit cannot be replaced with a BLACK hazard button unit. My unit has a RED button. Do you sell these?October 30, 2021
Nick M
10
We currently do not carry the one you're looking for.
November 3, 2021
Andra M
10
This is an updated design and the color of the hazard button will not affect fitment. This product will fit models with both red or black hazard buttons.
August 8, 2024
Jessica D
I ordered the turn signal switch. THEN I watched the video on installation. It was said that the RED hazard button item, CANNOT be replaced with the BLACK hazard button item. I received the black hazard button item (the red one is NOT offered). 1A reJanuary 21, 2022
Carl D
10
I really dont know I bought mine just matching my old one so that I dont run to complication the reason I purchased it was for my wipers and turn signal not for hazards
January 22, 2022
E V
10
Mine had the red hazard button. I was told by 1A Auto that the video is outdated and the switch now fits both applications. That is true as the black button fits and works as it should for me.
February 3, 2022
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