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
Raise the front seat to its highest point of travel.
Remove the front seat cushion blower motor.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Rotate the blower motor 45 degrees clockwise.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Spherical Cutter
Hot Air Gun
Air Body Saw
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B
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Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 805..
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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