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Instrument Panel: Installation

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
    NOTE: Two technicians are necessary to carry out this step.
  1. Install the instrument panel.
  2. Install the upper instrument panel support bolts.
    Fig 1: Installing Upper Instrument Panel Support Bolts
    G03243191Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the instrument panel defroster grille.
    Fig 2: Installing Instrument Panel Defroster Grille
    G03243192Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the RH instrument panel support bolt.
    Fig 3: Installing RH Instrument Panel Support Bolt
    G03243193Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the LH instrument panel support bolt and nut.
    Fig 4: Installing LH Instrument Panel Support Bolt And Nut
    G03243194Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the four center instrument panel support bolts.
    Fig 5: Installing Center Instrument Panel Support Bolts
    G03243195Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. NOTE: This step is being carried out through the audio unit opening.
    Fig 6: Installing Temperature Control Cable To Blend Door
    G03243196Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the temperature control cable to the blend door.
  8. If equipped, connect the shifter assembly electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Connecting Shifter Assembly Electrical Connector
    G03243197Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the audio unit. For additional information, refer to AUDIO UNIT .
  10. If equipped, connect the shift interlock assembly to the selector lever.
    1. Position the shift interlock assembly.
    2. Connect the shift interlock cable.
    3. Install the R-clip.
    4. Install the screw.
      Fig 8: Connecting Shift Interlock Assembly To Selector Lever
      G03243198Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the ECS module electrical connector.
    1. Connect the ECS module electrical connector.
    2. Engage the locking tab.
      Fig 9: Connecting ECS Module Electrical Connector
      G03243199Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the GEM electrical connectors.
    Fig 10: Connecting GEM Electrical Connectors
    G03243200Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the LH main wiring harness electrical connectors.
    Fig 11: Connecting LH Main Wiring Harness Electrical Connectors
    G03243201Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering column.
    1. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering column.
    2. Install the pinch bolt.
      Fig 12: Connecting Intermediate Shaft To Steering Column
      G03243202Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the instrument panel reinforcement.
    1. Position the instrument panel reinforcement.
    2. Install the screws.
      Fig 13: Installing Instrument Panel Reinforcement Screws
      G03243203Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the instrument panel steering column cover.
    1. Position the instrument panel steering column cover.
    2. Install the screws.
      Fig 14: Installing Instrument Panel Steering Column Cover Screws
      G03243204Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Connect climate control wiring harness connector.
    Fig 15: Connecting Climate Control Wiring Harness Connector
    G03243205Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Connect the RH main harness electrical connectors.
    Fig 16: Connecting RH Main Harness Electrical Connectors
    G03243206Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Install the LH and RH door weatherstrips.
  20. Install the LH and RH windshield side garnish mouldings.
    • If equipped with a convertible top, install the pin-type retainers.
      Fig 17: Installing LH And RH Windshield Side Garnish Mouldings
      G03243207Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Install the LH and RH A-pillar lower trim panels.
    1. Position the LH and RH A-pillar lower trim panels.
    2. Install the pin-type retainers.
      Fig 18: Installing LH And RH A-Pillar Lower Trim Panels
      G03243208Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Install the LH and RH scuff plates.
    Fig 19: Installing LH And RH Scuff Plates
    G03243209Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Open the glove compartment.
  24. Connect the antenna in-line connector.
    Fig 20: Connecting Antenna In-Line Connector
    G03243210Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Install the upper RH instrument panel support bolt.
    Fig 21: Installing Upper RH Instrument Panel Support Bolt
    G03243211Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  26. Connect the climate control vacuum harness connector.
    Fig 22: Connecting Climate Control Vacuum Harness Connector
    G03243212Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Install the floor console. For additional information, refer to FLOOR CONSOLE .
  28. Remove the LH front wheel and tire assembly. .
  29. Insert the bulkhead electrical connector into the dash panel.
    Fig 23: Inserting Bulkhead Electrical Connector Into Dash Panel
    G03243213Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Connect the bulkhead electrical connector.
    1. Connect the bulkhead electrical connector.
    2. Tighten the bolt.
      Fig 24: Connecting Electrical Connector Bolt
      G03243214Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  31. Install the LH front splash shield.
    1. Position the LH front splash shield.
    2. Install the screws.
    3. Install the pin-type retainers.
      Fig 25: Installing LH Front Splash Shield
      G03243215Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Install the LH front wheel and tire assembly. .
  33. Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
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