Ford Ecosport: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Cowl Panel
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the cowl panel grille.
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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Detach the retainer and position the inlet manifold to brake booster vacuum pipe.
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Remove the cowl panel mounting bolts.
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Gently pull from the clips and remove the cowl panel.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the noise insulator from cowl panel.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the active grill shutter.
Refer to: Active Grille Shutter - 2...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm.
Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
WARNING:
Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel tubes or fuel
system components, relieve the fuel system pressure to prevent
accidental spraying of fuel. Fuel in the fuel system remains under high
pressure, even when the engine is not running...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Removal
NOTE:
Factory welds may be substituted with resistance or metal
inert..