Ford Explorer: Four-Wheel Drive Systems / Removal and Installation - All Terrain Control Module (ATCM)
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Selectable Drive Mode Switch - Shifter Button type
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Shifter Button type
Refer to: Selector Lever Assembly (307-05C Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80 MHT, Removal and Installation).
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Selectable Drive Mode Switch (Console rotary type)
NOTE:
Move the front seats forward and rearward as necessary to access floor console components.
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Release the clips and remove the RH floor console side trim panel.
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Disconnect the RH floor console electrical connectors.
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Release the clips and remove the LH floor console side trim panel.
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Disconnect the LH floor console electrical connectors.
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Remove the bolts and position the floor console rearward.
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Open the console door.
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Release the clips, detach the console top panel,
disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the console top panel.
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Remove the module.
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Release the tabs.
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Remove the switch.
Selectable Drive Mode Switch (Console Button) for
NOTE:
Move the front seats forward and rearward as necessary to access floor console components.
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Release the clips and remove the RH floor console side trim panel.
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Disconnect the RH floor console electrical connectors.
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Release the clips and remove the LH floor console side trim panel.
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Disconnect the LH floor console electrical connectors.
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Remove the bolts and position the floor console rearward.
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Open the console door.
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Release the clips, detach the console top panel,
disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the console top panel.
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Remove the module.
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Release the tabs.
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Remove the switch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Activation
Update the AWD (all-wheel drive) module to the
latest calibration available. Module reprogramming will erase stored
transfer case clutch kiss point values and initiate rapid kiss..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A
ESE-M1C171-A
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not pull the engine appearance cover forward or
sideways to remove. Failure to press straight upward on the underside of
the cover at the attachment points may result in damage to the cover or
engine components...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Fluid Suction Gun
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine
is operating or the cooling system is hot...
Categories
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering
wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction.
Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles
during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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