Ford Fusion: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / A-Pillar Trim Panel. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
RH side shown, LH side similar.
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Release the retainers and remove the instrument panel side trim panel.
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Position aside the front door weatherstrip.
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Release the lower retainers.
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Release the upper retainers and remove the upper cowl side trim panel.
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Disconnect tether clip from bracket.
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Rotate tether clip to align with opening.
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Disconnect tether clip from trim panel.
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Disconnect tether clip from bracket.
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Release the tether clip tab.
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Disconnect tether clip from trim panel.
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Release the tabs and remove the A-pillar trim panel.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
RH side shown, LH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Position the front seat in the full forward position...
Other information:
WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap...
Inspection
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).
Check the wear patterns on the starter drive gear and
the flywheel or flexplate ring gear. If the wear pattern is normal, then
install the starter motor...