Ford Escape: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes / Removal and Installation - Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTE:
If installing a new module, it is necessary to
upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to
removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new
module after installation.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the IPC
following the on-screen instructions. Record the odometer value from the
original IPC . If the odometer value cannot be obtained from the IPC
(display failure), perform the diagnostic routine. If the value cannot
be obtained after the diagnostic routine, the customer should supply
the approximate odometer value.
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Position the steering wheel to the full downward and outward postion.
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Remove the information and entertainment display unit.
Refer to: Center Display Screen (415-00 Information and Entertainment System - General Information, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the screws.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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NOTE:
Make sure that new retaining clips are installed.
Remove and discard the retaining clips. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the center stack trim.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Unclip the gap hider from the upper steering column shroud and instrument cluster rim.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the bolt.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
33 lb.in (3.7 Nm)
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Release the clips and remove the instrument cluster bezel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the screws.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the IPC .
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the IPC following the on-screen instructions.
Activation
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this section,
refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...
Removal
Remove the IPC .
Refer to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) (413-01 Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Fuse Precautions
WARNING: Always disconnect the
battery before servicing high current
fuses.
WARNING: To reduce risk of
electrical shock, always replace the
cover to the power distribution box
before reconnecting the battery or
refilling fluid reservoirs...
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