Ford Escape: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Driver Side Register
Removal
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Release the clips and remove the trim panel.
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Remove the bolts and the display unit.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the center instrument panel trim panel.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Remove the steering column gap hider.
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Remove the bolts, release the clips and remove the IPC trim bezel.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Release the tabs and remove the driver side register.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
Remove the driver knee aitbag.
Refer to: Driver Knee Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Acessed behind the lower trim panel...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
OVERVIEW
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage hybrid system utilizes
approximately 300 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its
components and modules...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-161
(T97P-1175-A)
Installer, HalfshaftTKIT-1997-LM2TKIT-1997-F/FM2TKIT-1997-FLM2
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Tie Rod End Remover
Removal
Remove the wheel and tire...