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Radio Transceiver Module (RTM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford Transit Connect. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles 

  1. NOTE: If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new module after installation.

    Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description . . Use the General Equipment: Ford Diagnostic Equipment

    Vehicles With: Panoramic Roof Panel 

  2. Refer to: Appropriate Headliner procedure in REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

    Vehicles Without: Panoramic Roof Panel 

    • On both sides.

    • Release the clips and the tether clip and remove the A-pillar trim panel.

    • If equipped, disconnect the speaker electrical connector and remove the A-pillar trim panel.

    GFD455978Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Remove the retainers and the RH kick panel.
    GFD455979Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Release the tabs, remove the retainers and the glove compartment.
    GFD455980Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Disconnect the headliner electrical connectors, release the retainers and position the wiring harness aside.
    GFD455981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Release the retainers and position aside the headliner wire harness.
    GFD455982Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Disconnect the electrical connector, release the retainers and position aside the wire harness.
    GFD455983Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Remove the dome lamp and disconnect the electrical connectors. Use Special Service Tool: 501-125 Remover, Grab Handle Cover.
    GFD455984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.

    Remove the retainers and the LH side sun visor.

    GFD455985Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.

    Remove the retainers and the RH side sun visor.

    GFD455986Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Both sides, If equipped. Position the hook cap aside.
    2. Rotate the hook 90 degree counterclockwise and remove the garment hook.
    GFD455987Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles without proximity warning camera 

  13. Remove the rear view mirror covers.
    GFD455988Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    GFD455989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles with proximity warning camera 

  15. Release the clips and remove the rear view mirror covers. Use Special Service Tool: 501-125 Remover, Grab Handle Cover.
    GFD455990Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    GFD455991Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles With: Overhead Console 

    • Disengage the retaining tabs and remove the roof bezel cover.

    • Disconnect the roof bezel cover electrical connectors. Use Special Service Tool: 501-125 Remover, Grab Handle Cover.

    GFD455992Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. On both sides. On both sides, remove the grab handle covers and retainers. Use Special Service Tool: 501-125 Remover, Grab Handle Cover.
    GFD455993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. Remove the retainers and the front seat overhead storage compartment assembly.
    GFD455994Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    All vehicles 

  20. On both sides. Position the front door weatherstrip aside, release the clips and remove the front door scuffplate trim panel.
    GFD455995Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the safety belt anchor bolt and position the safety belt aside.

      Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

    • Position the rear door weatherstrip and the rear door scuff plate trim panel aside.

    • Release the clips, slide up and remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

    GFD455996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the-D-ring bolt cover and the D-ring bolt and position the safety belt aside.

      Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

    2. Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel bolt.
    3. Release the upper B-pillar trim panel clips.
    4. Slide the upper B-pillar trim panel forward and remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
    GFD455997Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the retainers and the sun visor clips.

    • Release the retainers and lower the headliner.

    GFD455998Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    GFD455999Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.

    • Release the tabs and remove the Radio Transceiver Module (RTM).

GFD456000Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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