Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise the parking brake handle release the clips and remove the parking brake trim panel and boot over the parking brake handle. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

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NOTE: Automatic transmission shown, manual transmission similar.

Remove the selector lever trim ring. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

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Remove the RH finish panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

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Remove the instrument panel center finish panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

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Release the clips and remove the floor console upper finish panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

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Remove the screws, release the clips and remove the floor console upper trim panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  Torque
  
  : 18 lb.in (2 Nm)
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Remove the screws.
Torque

: 12 lb.in (1.3 Nm)

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Release the clips, disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the instrument panel center middle trim panel.

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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

Remove the screws and the FCIM.

Torque

: 12 lb.in (1.3 Nm)

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