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Instrument Panel: Removal

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CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
  1. Remove the passenger side air bag module. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the steering column. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
  3. Remove the floor console. For additional information, refer to FLOOR CONSOLE .
  4. Remove the engine cover.
    • Release the engine cover latches and remove the engine cover.
      Fig 1: Locating Engine Cover Latches
      G03891009Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the instrument panel cowl top screws.
    Fig 2: Locating Instrument Panel Cowl Top Screws
    G03891010Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the upper center instrument panel access panel.
    Fig 3: Locating Upper Center Instrument Panel Access Panel
    G03891011Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the climate control vacuum harness connector.
    Fig 4: Locating Climate Control Vacuum Harness Connector
    G03891012Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the LH upper access panel.
    Fig 5: Removing LH Upper Access Panel
    G03891013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the instrument panel cowl top nut.
    Fig 6: Locating Instrument Panel Cowl Top Nut
    G03891014Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the instrument panel dash brace (044F48).
    1. Remove the six dash brace bolts.
    2. Remove the instrument panel dash brace.
      Fig 7: Removing Instrument Panel Dash Brace
      G03891015Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. From under the hood, position the coolant reservoir aside.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Position the coolant reservoir aside.
      Fig 8: Positioning Coolant Reservoir Aside
      G03891016Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove the main wiring assembly/lower bulkhead connector.
    1. Loosen the bulkhead connector bolt.
    2. Disconnect the bulkhead connector clips.
    3. Remove the bulkhead connector.
      Fig 9: Removing Main Wiring Assembly/Lower Bulkhead Connector
      G03891017Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Remove the RH A-pillar lower trim panel.
    Fig 10: Removing RH A-Pillar Lower Trim Panel
    G03890625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Disconnect the electronic crash sensor (ECS) module electrical connector.
    1. Remove the locking clip.
    2. Disconnect the connector.
      Fig 11: Disconnecting Electronic Crash Sensor (ECS) Module Electrical Connector
      G03891019Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Disconnect the RH instrument panel cowl side wiring electrical connectors.
    Fig 12: Locating RH Instrument Panel Cowl Side Wiring Electrical Connectors
    G03891020Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Disconnect the antenna cable from the radio and release the cable locators from the instrument panel.
  17. Remove the RH instrument panel bolts.
    Fig 13: Locating RH Instrument Panel Bolts
    G03891021Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Remove the LH instrument panel bolts.
    Fig 14: Locating LH Instrument Panel Bolts
    G03891022Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    19. NOTE: Removing the instrument panel (04320) from the vehicle requires an assistant.
    Fig 15: Locating Instrument Panel
    G03891023Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Remove the instrument panel from the vehicle through the passenger side door.
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