Explorer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
Remove the instrument panel defroster grille.
Item 6: Instrument Panel Bolt Removal Note
1. NOTE: The instrument panel bolt must be removed from outside the vehicle.
Remove the instrument panel bolt.
Item 10: Instrument Panel Bolt Removal Note
1. NOTE: Do not completely remove the instrument panel bolts.
Loosen the instrument panel bolts enough to allow the RH side of the instrument panel to be moved away from the dash panel when the RH
instrument panel bolts are removed.
Item 11: Instrument Panel Bolt Removal Note
1. CAUTION:
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Be sure the instrument panel is properly supported to avoid possible damage to the instrument panel wiring and components.
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To avoid damage to the instrument panel wiring or components, do not use excessive force when moving the instrument panel away
from the dash panel.
NOTE: The instrument panel may be supported by installing threaded rods or equivalent, with the same diameter and thread pitch, in place of the
instrument panel support bolts.
Correctly support the instrument panel and remove the instrument panel support bolts to allow the instrument panel to be pulled away from the
dash panel.
Item 17: Floor Door Vacuum Control Motor Removal Note
1. Rotate the vacuum control motor until it clears the retaining arm and remove the vacuum control motor.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Panel Door
VACUUM CONTROL MOTOR - PANEL DOOR
REMOVAL
1. Lower the glove compartment door.
