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:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH steering wheel multifunction switch shown, RH switch similar.
Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the switch panel.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Remove the screws...