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Instrument Panel: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Depower the SRS Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .

    Vehicles with air conditioning 

  2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging - Electric Motor (C0) .
  3. NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.
    NOTE: Only use the specified material to lubricate the seals.

    Remove the nut and remove the HVAC flange. On installation, install and lubricate new O-ring seals. Clamp and remove the heater hoses. Refer to: Specifications

    Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp(s)

    Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

    GFD641606Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles without air conditioning 

  4. NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

    Clamp and disconnect the heater hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp(s)

    GFD641607Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    All vehicles 

  5. Remove the front doors. Refer to: Front Door .
  6. On both sides. Remove the A-pillar trim panels. Refer to: A-Pillar Trim Panel .
  7. NOTE: Make sure that the steering column lock is engaged.
    NOTE: Make sure that the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
    NOTE: Make sure that the steering wheel does not rotate or damage to the clockspring may occur.

    Secure the steering wheel.

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  8. WARNING: Do not reuse steering column nuts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).
    NOTE: The steering column is designed to absorb energy in a crash and must be handled carefully. The energy-absorbing steering column shaft cannot be subjected to force or impact shocks. Follow the removal procedure instructions carefully to avoid damage.
    NOTE: Make sure that the steering column lock is engaged.
    NOTE: Make sure that the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
    NOTE: Make sure a new bolt is installed.

    Remove the steering column shaft pinch bolt.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    GFD641609Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Release the clips and remove the trim panel.
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  10. Remove the cup holder assembly.
    GFD641611Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Release the clip and remove the trim panel.
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  12. Remove the retainers.
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  13. Remove the retainers.
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  14. Release the clips and position the LH trim panel to access the electrical connector.
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  15. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the LH trim panel.
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  16. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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  17. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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  18. Release the clips and remove the trim panels, remove the cup holder assembly.
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  19. Remove the retainers.
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  20. Remove the finish panel.

    • Disconnect the electrical connector.

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  21. Remove the retainers and the RH trim panels.
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  22. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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  23. Open the glove compartment.
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    Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) 

  24. Remove the retainers and the lower trim panel.
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  25. Remove the retainers.
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  26. Remove and disconnect center instrument panel trim panel.

    1. Release the retainers and remove the center instrument panel trim panel.
    2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

    GFD641627Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    All vehicles except Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) 

  27. On both sides. Remove the cover and the retainer.
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  28. Remove the selector lever trim panel.
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    NOTE: The foldable cupholder is available as spare part and can be replaced separately, removal of floor console and trim panel is not necessary during the repair.
  29. Remove the retainers and the instrument panel center trim panel.

    • Disconnect the electrical connectors.

    GFD641630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    All vehicles 

  30. Remove the retainers and the glove compartment close out.
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  31. Remove the retainers and the lower trim panel.
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  32. On both sides. Remove the bolts.

    Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

    GFD641633Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. Release the clips and remove the trim panel.
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  34. Remove the trim panel.

    • NOTE: If equipped.

      Disconnect the electrical connectors.

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  35. Remove the bolt.

    Torque: 124 lb.in (14 Nm)

    GFD641636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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    Vehicles with manual transmission 

  37. Detach and position aside the shift cables.
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    Vehicles with automatic transmission 

  38. Detach and position aside the shift cable.
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    All vehicles 

  39. On both sides. Release the clips and remove the trim cover.
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  40. On both sides. Remove the plug.
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  41. On both sides. Remove the bolt.

    Torque: 124 lb.in (14 Nm)

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  42. NOTE: To avoid damaging the instrument panel, an assistant is required when carrying out this step.
    NOTE: Make sure not to damage the instrument panel when removing the instrument panel from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Make sure that all electrical connectors and wiring are not hindered before removing the instrument panel or damage to the components may occur.

    Remove the instrument panel through the door opening.

    1. Remove the bolts.

      Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    GFD641643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    LHD 

    1. Use Special Service Tool: 303-435 Mounting Stand., 501-404 Holding Tool, Instrument Panel.
    2. Torque

      : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD641644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    RHD 

    1. Remove the tolerance absorber.
    2. Use Special Service Tool: 303-435 Mounting Stand., 501-404 Holding Tool, Instrument Panel.
    3. Torque

      : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

GFD641645Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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