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:
System Operation
Adaptive Airflow
Some vehicles equipped with electronic throttle control (ETC) have
an adaptive airflow strategy that allows the PCM to correct for changes
in the airflow. During idle, the PCM monitors the throttle angle and
airflow...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Adhesive Tape
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the driver air bag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation)...