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:
Preliminary Inspection
Visually inspect the CV joints for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH...
System Operation
BCM
The BCM
controls various systems by monitoring inputs from switches, sensors
and network messages from other modules and components on the HS-CAN1 and LIN. Based on these inputs, the BCM activates outputs. For example, the BCM monitors the HCM input...
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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