Lincoln Aviator: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - A-Pillar Trim Panel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
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Release the clips and remove the instrument panel side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the cowl side trim panel.
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Release the cowl side trim panel lower clip.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Slide the cowl side trim panel downward and out to release the upper tab.
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Disconnect the tether clips from the A-pillar trim panel bracket.
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Release the A-pillar trim panel clip from the tether clip.
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Release the tether clip front tabs.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Rotate the front of the tether clip downward.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the tether clip rear tabs.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Rotate the rear of the tether clip downward.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Lift upward and backward and remove the A-pillar trim panel.
Installation
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Install the A-pillar trim panel clip from the tether clips.
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Install the A-pillar trim panel.
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Install the A-pillar tabs into the instrument panel.
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Install the A-pillar tether clips into the A-pillar bracket.
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Install the instrument panel side trim panel.
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Install the cowl side trim panel.
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Slide the cowl side trim panel upward and insert the
upper tab into the slot in the lower portion of the A-pillar trim
panel.
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Connect the cowl side trim panel lower clip.
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Inspect and position the front door weather strip lip so
that it overlaps the cowl side trim panel and the A-pillar trim panel.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
Upper and lower B-pillar trim panels
Remove the following items:
Remove the front scuff plate trim panel...
Other information:
Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electric and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles
Equipped With High Voltage Batteries
(Vehicle Owner/Operator/General Public) Electric and Hybrid-Electric
Vehicle Considerations
In the event of damage or fire involving an
electric vehicle or hybrid-electric vehicle:
Always assume the high-voltage battery
and associated components are
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Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the batteries.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
Disconnect the vent hose from the auxiliary battery...