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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the LH and RH A-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  2. Remove the LH and RH B-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to B-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  3. Remove the LH and RH C-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  4. Remove the LH and RH D-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to D-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
  5. Open the overhead console door.
    Fig 1: Locating Overhead Console Door
    G06099552Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: The overhead console is also supported by a retaining clip.
  6. Remove the 2 screws and the overhead console.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector(s).
      Fig 2: Locating Front Overhead Console Door Screws
      G06099553Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the LH and RH sun visors.
    • If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors.
    8. NOTE: Do not fully remove the retaining screws from the sun visor clips.
  8. Remove the LH and RH sun visor clips.
    • Partially remove the retaining screws from the sun visor clips.
    • Pull downward on the sun visor clips to remove them from the headliner.
  9. Remove the interior lamp assembly.
    • Pull straight downward to release pushpins.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  10. Remove the cargo lamp.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector(s).
  11. Remove the 3 child seat tether anchor covers.
    Fig 3: Identifying Child Seat Tether Anchor Covers
    G06099554Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove the 3 bolts and the child seat tether anchors.
    • To install, tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
      Fig 4: Locating Child Seat Tether Anchors Bolt
      G06099555Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    13. NOTE: When installing the headliner trim ring, it should meet at the rear of the roof opening and have no gaps or overlaps.
  13. If equipped, remove the headliner trim ring.
  14. Remove the 5 headliner pin-type retainers.
  15. Remove the headliner.
  16. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Transfer parts as necessary.
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