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Cowl Panel Grille

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Fig 1: Cowl Panel Grille Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
G06505721Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION

Item Part Number Description
1 020A26 RH cowl side outer panel
2 020A27 LH cowl side outer panel
3 W712648 Upper cowl panel grille bolts (4 required)
4 N804837 Upper cowl panel grille pin-type retainer (4 required)
5 02222 Cowl panel grille
6 - Cowl side outer panel pin-type retainer (part of 020A26 RH/020A27 LH)
7 17526 Wiper pivot arm assembly bolt (2 required)
8 17508B Wiper pivot arm assembly
9 W707257 Cowl panel extension bolts (6 required)
10 021A37 LH cowl panel extension
11 W707257 RH cowl panel extension
12 W710593 Lower cowl panel bolt (5 required)
13 W702751 Lower cowl panel nut (3 required)
14 W710309 Lower cowl panel-to-front of dash bolt
15 02106 Lower cowl panel

Upper and lower cowl panel grille 

    NOTE: The upper cowl panel grille must be removed before the lower cowl panel grille can be removed.
  1. Remove the LH and RH wiper pivot arms. For additional information, refer to WIPERS AND WASHERS .

    Upper cowl panel grille 

  2. Remove the RH cowl side outer panel.
  3. Remove the LH cowl side outer panel.
  4. Remove the 4 upper cowl panel grille pin-type retainers.
  5. Remove the 4 bolts from the upper cowl panel grille and remove the upper cowl panel grille.
    • To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

    Lower cowl panel grille 

  6. Remove the wiper arm and wiper pivot shaft assembly.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
    • Remove the 2 bolts.
      • To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
  7. Remove the 2 bolts from the upper left lower cowl panel grille extension and remove the panel.
    • To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  8. Remove the 4 bolts from the upper right lower cowl panel extension and remove the panel.
    • To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  9. Disconnect the wiring harness from the retainer on the left front of the lower cowl panel grille.
    Fig 2: Locating Wiring Harness And Retainer
    G06505722Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the PCM.
    Fig 3: Locating PCM Electrical Connectors
    G06505723Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the evaporative purge valve and bracket from the center of the lower cowl panel grille and set aside.
  12. Remove the 5 bolts and 3 nuts from inside the lower cowl panel grille.
    • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  13. Remove the bolt from the lower cowl panel-to-front of dash.
    • To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  14. Remove the lower cowl panel grille and PCM from the vehicle.

    Upper and lower cowl grille panel 

    15. NOTE: Incorrect installation of the lower/upper cowl panel grille may cause damage to the windshield. Make sure the cowl panel grille clips are located under the windshield prior to installation.
  15. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Transfer the components as necessary.
    • Adjust the pivot arms. For additional information, refer to WIPERS AND WASHERS .
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