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  1. Remove the overhead console bezel.
    • Release the locking tabs while pulling down.
    Fig 1: Removing Overhead Console Bezel
    GF0005270Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the screws and the left and right visors.
    • If equipped, disconnect the electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Locating Left And Right Visors Screws
    GF0004874Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the left and right front door opening weatherstripping down from the headliner.
    Fig 3: Positioning Left And Right Front Door Opening Weatherstrips Down From Headliner
    GF0004864Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the left and right windshield side garnish moulding. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
  5. NOTE: SuperCab shown, Regular Cab and Crew Cabs similar.
    NOTE: Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with 2 courtesy lamps.
    Fig 4: Removing Courtesy Lamp
    GF0004868Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the courtesy lamp(s).
    • Remove the courtesy lamp lens, then remove the screws.
  7. NOTE: Regular Cab shown, SuperCab and Crew Cabs similar.
    Fig 5: Locating Scuff Plate(s)
    GF0004833Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the scuff plate(s).


  1. Remove the 2 headliner rear pin-type retainers.
    Fig 1: Locating Headliner Rear Pin-Type Retainers
    GF0004878Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the LH and RH shoulder safety belt guides.
    • Position the shoulder safety belt guide cover up.
    • Remove the shoulder safety belt guide nut.
      • To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
    • Remove the shoulder safety belt guide.
    Fig 2: Identifying Shoulder Safety Belt Guide
    GF0004835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the LH and RH B-pillar trim panels aside.
    Fig 3: Positioning Aside B-Pillar Trim Panels
    GF0004880Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. If equipped, remove the assist handle(s).
    • Remove the covers and bolts.
    • Remove the assist handle.
    Fig 4: Identifying Assist Handle Covers And Bolts
    GF0005273Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: Typical shown.
    Fig 5: Locating Coat Hooks
    GF0004879Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the 2 coat hooks.
  7. Remove the 2 headliner front pin-type retainers and position the headliner aside.
    Fig 6: Locating Headliner Front Pin-Type Retainers
    GF0004869Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. NOTE: Pull down at the front of the bracket first.
    Fig 7: Removing Overhead Console
    GF0005274Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the overhead console bracket.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.