Climate Control Housing: Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- 1.
Recover the refrigerant. REFER to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging
- 2.NOTE: Make sure all openings are sealed.
Remove the evaporator line nut and flange, position the lines aside.
Torque
: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)
- 3.NOTE: 3.5L Ecoboost powertrain shown, other powertrains similar.NOTE: Make sure all openings are sealed.
Clamp and disconnect the heater hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- 4.
Remove both front doors. REFER to: Front Door
- 5.
Remove the Instrument Panel Upper Section. REFER to: Instrument Panel Upper Section
- 6.
Remove the 2 screws, release the 2 retaining tabs and remove the center lower instrument panel finish panel.
- 8.NOTE: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring may result. If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, remove and recenter the clockspring.
Remove and discard the steering shaft pinch bolt and position aside the lower steering column shaft.
Torque
: 21 lb.ft (28 Nm)
- 11.NOTE: The steering column is designed to absorb energy in a crash and must be handled carefully. The energy-absorbing steering column shaft cannot be subjected to force or impact shocks. Follow the removal procedure instructions carefully to avoid damage.NOTE: Steering wheel shown removed for clarity.
Remove the steering column mounting nuts.
Torque
: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
- 16.
Remove the 4 bolts and the LH instrument panel lower support bracket.Torque
: 119 lb.in (13.5 Nm)
- 17.
Remove the 4 bolts and the RH instrument panel lower support bracket.Torque
: 119 lb.in (13.5 Nm)
- 21.NOTE: Make sure that all electrical connectors and wiring are not hindered before removing the instrument panel or damage to the components may occur.
Remove the in-vehicle crossbeam assembly bolts.
Torque
: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)