Ford Explorer: Instrument Panel and Console / Removal and Installation - Overhead Console
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Starting at the back, release the clips and remove the overhead console.
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the driver side knee airbag.
Refer to: Driver Knee Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the driver side footwell air discharge temperature sensor...
Initialization
Disconnect the battery or remove the RGTM fuse(s).
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
NOTE:
Remove the battery power from the RGTM for 20 seconds before entering initialization mode...
Categories
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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