Ford Explorer: Information and Entertainment System - General Information - Vehicles Without: SYNC 3 / Removal and Installation - Front Control/Display Interface Module (FCDIM)

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

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

1. 
   Remove the upper instrument trim panel.
   
   1. Remove the screws.
      Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
   2. Release the clips.
      

1. Release the upper gap hider from the IPC and position aside.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Release the clips and position the FCDIM and center instrument panel vents forward as an assembly.
   

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the FCDIM and center instrument panel vents as an assembly.
   

1. Remove the screws and the FCDIM.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.