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

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 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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