Ford Explorer: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Driver Side Register

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Electrical / Climate Control System / Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Driver Side Register

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Interior Trim Remover

Removal

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

  1. Release the clips and remove the trim panel.

  1. Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the display.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
      Torque: 19 lb.in (2.1 Nm)
  1. Release the clips and remove the center register trim panel.
  1. Remove the bolt, release the clips and remove the IPC bezel and upper steering column trim panel.
    Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
  1. Release the tabs and remove the driver side register.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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