ok any one know how to remove the steering wheel on 2006 escape to get to cruise control switches and is there a self test you can do for cruise control functions like holding on button while you turn ign switch on as in other models ??? any help would be appriciated

 

ok i found in other forum how to do a cruise control self test switches on wheel a little finniky but got it to do test after it was done cruise light flashed 3 times according to chart this is problem
3 Brake Deactivation Circuitry Brake pressure control
valve defective circuitry
now where do i go from here where are these items as there is no valve on my master cylinder that i can see help........

 

Take the trim off the steering wheel itself and the steering column. That will allow you to see the four small hard steel bolts that hold the steering wheel on. I found it easier to to turn the wheel 1/2 turn to move bottom bolts to the top. When your done, the Cruise switches are held in place by very small screws. The Ford dealer will sell both switches and the harness in one kit. I don't know what the switches cost is because I bought my Escape used and repairing a broken cruise switch was part of the purchase agreement. The used car dealer purchased the switches for me.

 

well did diagnostic test on cruise and switches checked out no need to remove wheel but getting 3 blinks which means brake deactivation circuity brake pressure control valve defective circuitry problem is cant find brake pressure control valve nothing on master cylinder..........

 

found problem it was brake switch on pedel the one that deactivates the cruise cost 14.00 replaced and all is well thanks for all the input ...................

 

I can't get the steering wheel off my 2006 Escape. Following directions, remove plastic panels and loosen pinion bolt. The wheel now flops around very loose but when I pull on it there is no give. Any ideas?

 

Go to your local auto parts store and 'rent' a steering wheel puller. That and a ratchet make it way too easy.