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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Spring Compressor
Vise
DISASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorber or strut
tube. The shock absorber and strut tube are gas pressurized and could
explode if heated...
Removal
NOTE:
Vehicle without police package shown, vehicle with police package and others similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component...
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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