Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If equipped with steering column shift, place the transmission range selector lever in the 1 position.
- Position the ignition switch in the OFF position.
- Remove the audio unit. For additional information, refer to INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS .
- Remove the RH instrument panel finish panel and disconnect the 3 electrical connectors.
- Remove the LH instrument panel finish panel and disconnect the electrical connector.
- Tilt the steering column in the full down position.
- Remove the 8 screws and the instrument cluster finish panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- To install, tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in)
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
Ignition switch must be in OFF position if disconnecting the passenger airbag deactivation (PAD) indicator electrical connector. Otherwise, a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) will be set in the restraints control module (RCM) memory and must be erased before releasing the vehicle.