Ford Explorer: Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / Removal and Installation - Downshift Paddle Switch

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Automatic Transmission / Automatic Transmission External Controls - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60 / Removal and Installation - Downshift Paddle Switch

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the steering wheel.
Refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).

Remove the bolts and the steering wheel rear cover.

On both sides.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Remove the bolts and the steering wheel bezel.

Remove the bolt and the downshift paddle switch.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

General Procedures - Transmission Park by Wire Manual Release

Activation NOTE: If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required. Apply the parking brake. Open the console door ..

Removal and Installation - Gear Shift Module (GSM)

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. NOTE: Move the front seats forward and rearward as necessary to access floor console components...

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Fuel System - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS)

Symptom Chart(s) Symptom Chart: Fuel System NOTE: The fuel tank inlet check valve prevents spitback of fuel during and after refueling. Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Disassembly and Assembly - Rear Bumper Cover

DISASSEMBLY Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation). If equipped. Position the connector shield aside. Disconnect the hands-free liftgate module electrical connector...