Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTE: If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new module after installation.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the IPC following the on-screen instructions. Record the odometer value from the original IPC. If the odometer value cannot be obtained from the IPC (display failure), perform the diagnostic routine. If the value cannot be obtained after the diagnostic routine, the customer should supply the approximate odometer value.
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NOTE: 12 inch screen is shown, 10 inch screen is similar.
Release the clips and remove the upper centerstack bezel. Remove the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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NOTE: 12 inch screen is shown, 10 inch screen is similar.
- Release the clips and remove the RH instrument center trim panel. Remove the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- On vehicles equipped with push button start disconnect the electrical connector.
- Release the clips and remove the LH instrument center trim panel. Remove the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- Release the clips and remove the lower steering column closeout panel. Remove the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- Fully extend and lower the steering column.
- Release the tabs and disconnect the gap hider from the upper steering column shroud. Remove the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- Remove the screws.
Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
- Release the clips and remove the instrument cluster panel bezel.
- Remove the screws.
Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
- Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the IPC.