Ford Fusion: Instrument Panel and Console / Glove Compartment. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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Release the clips and remove the RH instrument panel side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips and remove the RH instrument panel finish panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the bolts, release the retaining tabs and remove
the glove compartment. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp(s)
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Inspection
Cratering - fatigue failure
Spot glazing - incorrect seating
Scratching - dirty engine oil
Base exposed - poor lubrication
Both edges worn - journal damaged
One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Removal
NOTICE:
Battery electric vehicle (BEV), hybrid electric vehicle
(HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) contain a high-voltage
battery. Before cutting or welding near the high-voltage battery it must
be removed to avoid damage.
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