Ford Fiesta: Climate Control System - General Information / In-Vehicle Temperature Sensor. Removal and Installation
Removal
Vehicles built prior to 2018
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Remove the HVAC module.
Refer to: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control
Module (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and
Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the in-vehicle temperature sensor.
Vehicles built in 2018 and newer
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Remove the driver knee airbag.
Refer to: Driver Knee Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the in-vehicle temperature sensor.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel.
Refer to: Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Disconnect
NOTICE:
When reusing liquid or vapor tube connections, make sure to
use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the connector
retaining clip area before separating from the tube or damage to the
tube or connector retaining clip may occur...
Inspection
WARNING:
If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the Restraints
Control Module (RCM) and impact sensor mounting areas for any damage or
deformation. Also inspect the related components for any cracks, damage,
or loose fasteners...