Ford Fusion: Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Auto-Start-Stop Deactivation Switch. Removal and Installation

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Open the floor console armrest.
   

1. Remove the center trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.

   Both sides.
   Release the clips and remove the floor console finish panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.

   Both sides.
   Release the clips, push pin and remove the floor console side trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. 
   Release the clips and remove the lower center instrument panel storage bin.
   
   • Disconnect the electrical connectors.
     Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. 
   Release the clips, remove the screws and the floor console upper trim panel.
   
   • Disconnect the electrical connectors.
     Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Release the tabs and remove the auto-start-stop deactivation switch.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.