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Instrument Panel: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Evacuate the refrigerant. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging . Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging . Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging . Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging .
  2. NOTE: Only use the specified material to lubricate the seals.
    NOTE: Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.

    Remove the nut and remove the HVAC flange.

    • On installation, install and lubricate new O-ring seals. Refer to the appropriate Specifications service information.

      Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

    GFD753965Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Pinch the hoses, remove the clamps and position aside.
    GFD753966Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Remove the wiper linkage assembly. Refer to: Wiper Linkage Assembly .
  5. Remove the bolts.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD753967Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Remove the driver side front door. Refer to: Front Door .
  7. Remove the front seats. Refer to: Front Seat .
  8. Remove the floor console. Refer to: Floor Console .
  9. Remove the A-pillar trim panels. Refer to: A-Pillar Trim Panel .
  10. NOTE: Right hand A-pillar.

    Disconnect the electrical connector.

    GFD753968Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Release the clips and remove the trim panel.Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
    GFD753545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Release the clips and remove the RH instrument panel end cap.
    GFD753546Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Release the clips and remove the RH scuff plate.
    GFD753969Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. NOTE: Left hand A-pillar.

    Disconnect the electrical connector.

    GFD753970Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Release the clips and remove the trim panel.Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
    GFD753542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Release the clips and remove the LH instrument panel end cap.
    GFD753543Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove the hood latch release handle.

    1. Rotate the hood latch release handle.
    2. NOTE: Do not remove the retaining clip from the hood latch release handle.

      Release the retaining clip.

    3. Remove the hood latch release handle.

    GFD753971Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clips at the front of the LH scuff plate.
    2. Release the lower clips and remove the LH scuff plate.
    GFD753972Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. NOTE: Right hand side.

    Release the clips and remove the lower insulation panel.

    GFD753973Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  20. NOTE: Right hand side.

    Release the clips and remove the trim panel.Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

    GFD753493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. Remove the retainers and remove the foam pad.
    GFD753974Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. Disconnect the electrical connectors and release the harness retainers.
    GFD753975Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. Release the clips and remove the BCM.
    GFD753495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  24. Remove the nut.

    Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

    GFD753976Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  25. NOTE: Lower right hand side.

    Disconnect the electrical connectors.

    GFD753977Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. Remove the cover, the nut and foot rest pad.Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

    Torque: 48 lb.in (5.4 Nm)

    GFD753978Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Remove the pushpins and position the carpet rearward.
    GFD753979Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the cover.
    2. Lift the cable and strap upward and reward to disengage from the lower trim panel.
    GFD753980Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. NOTE: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may result. If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, remove and recenter the clockspring

    Secure the steering wheel.

    GFD753981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  30. WARNING: Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

    1. Remove and discard the steering shaft coupler retainer.

      Torque:Stage 1: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)Stage 2: 120deg.

    2. Separate the steering column shaft from the steering column.

    GFD753982Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. NOTE: Lower left hand side.

    Disconnect the electrical connectors, and detach the harness retainers.

    GFD753983Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. NOTE: Left hand door opening.

    • Remove the cover.

    • Remove the bolt.

      Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD753984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. Disconnect the electrical connectors, release the hanress retainers and position the harness aside.
    GFD753985Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. Remove the nuts and the bracket.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD753986Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. Remove the nuts and the bracket.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD753987Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Remove the HVAC ducts.
    GFD753988Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. NOTE: Leave the top bolt finger tight until ready to remove the instrument panel.

    Remove the bolts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)

    GFD753989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. NOTE: Leave the top bolt finger tight until ready to remove the instrument panel.

    Remove the bolts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)

    GFD753990Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. NOTE: To avoid damaging the instrument panel, an assistant is required when carrying out this step.
    NOTE: Make sure not to damage the instrument panel when removing the instrument panel from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Make sure that all electrical connectors and wiring are not hindered before removing the instrument panel or damage to the components may occur.

    Remove the instrument panel through the driver door opening.

GFD753991Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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