Ford Explorer: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control Module

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Electrical / Climate Control System / Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control Module

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Interior Trim Remover

Removal

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

    NOTE: If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new module after installation.

    Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the HVAC following the onscreen instructions.
  1. Release the clips and remove the trim panel.

  1. Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the display.
    • Disconnet the electrical connector.
  1. Release the clips and remove the center register trim panel.
    Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

  1. Release the clips and remove the HVAC module.
    • Disconnect the electrical connectors.
      Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

    Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the HVAC following the on-screen instructions.

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    Driver and Passenger Airbags

    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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