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Instrument Panel: Installation

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CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
NOTE: Verify that the four-way locator on the LH side is correctly seated
  1. Position the instrument panel on the LH dash locators.
    Fig 1: Positioning Instrument Panel On LH Dash Locators
    G01441242Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the LH instrument panel bolts.
    Fig 2: Installing LH Instrument Panel Bolts
    G01441243Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the RH instrument panel bolts.
    Fig 3: Installing RH Instrument Panel Bolts
    G01441244Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Engage the antenna cable locators into the instrument panel and connect it to the radio.
  5. Connect the RH instrument panel cowl side wiring electrical connectors.
    Fig 4: Connecting RH Instrument Panel Cowl Side Wiring Electrical Connectors
    G01441245Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the ECS module electrical connector.
    1. Connect the connector.
    2. Install the locking clip.
    Fig 5: Connecting ECS Module Electrical Connector
    G01441246Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the RH A-pillar lower trim panel.
    Fig 6: Installing RH A-Pillar Lower Trim Panel
    G01441247Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. From inside the engine compartment, install the main wiring assembly/lower bulkhead connector.
    1. Position the bulkhead connector.
    2. Secure the clips.
    3. Tighten the bolt.
      Fig 7: Installing Main Wiring Assembly/Lower Bulkhead Connector
      G01441248Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the coolant reservoir.
    1. Position the reservoir.
    2. Install the bolts.
    Fig 8: Installing Coolant Reservoir
    G01441249Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the instrument panel dash brace.
    1. Position the instrument panel dash brace.
    2. Install the six bolts.
      Fig 9: Installing Instrument Panel Dash Brace
      G01441250Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the instrument panel cowl top nut.
    Fig 10: Installing Instrument Panel Cowl Top Nut
    G01441251Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the LH upper access panel.
    Fig 11: Installing LH Upper Access Panel
    G01441252Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the climate control vacuum harness connector.
    Fig 12: Connecting Climate Control Vacuum Harness Connector
    G01441253Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the upper center instrument panel access panel.
    Fig 13: Installing Upper Center Instrument Panel Access Panel
    G01441254Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the instrument panel cowl top screws.
    Fig 14: Installing Instrument Panel Cowl Top Screws
    G01441255Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the engine cover.
    • Position the engine cover in the vehicle and fasten the cover latches.
    Fig 15: Installing Engine Cover
    G01441256Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the floor console. For additional information, refer to FLOOR CONSOLE .
  18. Install the steering column, For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
  19. Install the driver and passenger side air bag modules. Refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
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