Removal And Installation
NOTE:
Fusion shown, Milan and MKZ similar.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 04320 | Instrument panel upper section |
| 2 | 04545 | In-vehicle cross beam |
| 3 | W707607 | Wire harness screw (13 required) |
- Remove the center instrument panel finish panel. For additional information, refer to Instrument Panel Finish Panel - Center .
- Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to Instrument Panel .
- Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN article.
- Remove the passenger air bag. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
- Remove the audio unit. For additional information, refer to INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS article.
- Disconnect the Data Link Connector (DLC) from the lower LH instrument panel.
- Remove the headlamp switch. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING article.
- Remove the instrument panel upper section.
- Remove the 13 wire harness screws and remove the instrument panel upper section.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
To avoid damaging the in-vehicle cross beam or the instrument panel upper section, spread a suitable covering over the bench on which to place the instrument panel.
NOTE:
Place the instrument panel on the bench and support it upright so that the screws are accessible from the rear.
NOTE:
To avoid damaging the instrument panel upper section, the aid of an assistant is required to carry out this step.
NOTE:
Do not twist or bend the instrument panel upper section when removing it from the vehicle.