Ford Explorer: Instrument Panel and Console / Removal and Installation - Overhead Console

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Instrument Panel and Console / Removal and Installation - Overhead Console

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Interior Trim Remover

Removal

Starting at the back, release the clips and remove the overhead console.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Removal and Installation - Instrument Panel Upper Section

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Interior Trim Remover Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...

Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Transfer Case Clutch Learn

Activation Update the AWD (all-wheel drive) module to the latest calibration available. Module reprogramming will erase stored transfer case clutch kiss point values and initiate rapid kiss point learn procedure. If no later calibration is available then proceed with process below: 1...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Side Obstacle Detection Control Module

Removal NOTE: LH side shown, RH side is similar. Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation). NOTE: This step is only necessary if the SODL or SODR is being replaced...