Newbie - need to get to back of radio - 2012 Explorer

[cmadparty]

Hi everyone,

Apologies in advance if this is already posted somewhere but I haven't been able to find anything for the 2011-2013 explorers. I'm looking to remove the radio to plug a harness I bought into the back of it.

I'm not doing any custom wiring, it's all plug and play, my concern is simply not knowing how to get the radio out without breaking anything. I'm an experienced stereo installer but have never taken this truck apart - and I've learned the hard way to not just start pulling at things.

Is there anywhere someone could point me that shows instructions for the newer explorers with the mytouch system and the Sony head unit?

Thanks.

 

[peterk9]

Hi everyone,

Apologies in advance if this is already posted somewhere but I haven't been able to find anything for the 2011-2013 explorers. I'm looking to remove the radio to plug a harness I bought into the back of it.

I'm not doing any custom wiring, it's all plug and play, my concern is simply not knowing how to get the radio out without breaking anything. I'm an experienced stereo installer but have never taken this truck apart - and I've learned the hard way to not just start pulling at things.

Is there anywhere someone could point me that shows instructions for the newer explorers with the mytouch system and the Sony head unit?

Thanks.

Welcome to the Forum cmadparty.:wavey:
Unfortunately I don't have the answer. I would, however, suggest that you show which model Explorer you have in the left margin profile. Some answers are 'model specific'. Not all models of the Explorer have the same radio.
Good luck.

Peter

 

[cnsheets]

I thought I read somewhere where you have to carefully pull the silver side trim forward and off, then pull the center console forward and buff as well. I think the silver trim pieces might cover a few screws.

 

[NICE59FORDF100]

2012 Explorer

501-12 Instrument Panel and Console REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

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Instrument Panel - Exploded View
ploded View
Instrument Panel

Item Service Part Number Description Torque Material Name Notes
1
7804480
LH instrument panel side trim panel

2
W790172
LH instrument panel side trim panel clip (4 required)

3
W705289
Lower LH instrument panel trim panel clip (6 required)

4
7804338
Lower LH instrument panel trim panel

5
N807316
Steering column cover assembly screw (4 required)
5 Nm (44 lb-in)

6
78017A26
Steering column cover assembly

7
W705289
Steering column cover trim panel clip (4 required)

8
W707628
Steering column cover trim panel screw (2 required)
1.9 Nm (17 lb-in)

9
78061A17
LH finish panel

10
7804459
Steering column cover trim panel

11
W707607
Instrument panel insulator screw (1 required)
2.5 Nm (22 lb-in)

12
W707628
Instrument panel insulator screw (2 required)
2.5 Nm (22 lb-in)

13
78046A24
Instrument panel insulator

14
7806024
Glove compartment

15
78061A16
RH finish panel

16
W705289
RH finish panel clip (4 required)

17
W705289
LH finish panel clip (4 required)

18
W790172
RH instrument panel side trim panel clip (4 required)

19
7804481
RH Instrument panel side trim panel

20
W790172
Defroster grille clip (6 required)

21
W790172
Speaker grille clip (4 required)

22
18978
Speaker grille

23
78044D70
Instrument cluster finish panel

24
W705289
Instrument cluster finish panel clips

25
78044E82
Defroster grille


Glove Compartment Close Out

Item Service Part Number Description Torque Material Name Notes
1
W707628
Glove compartment close out panel screw (8 required)
1.9 Nm (17 lb-in)

2
7804338
Glove compartment close out panel

3
W790172
Glove compartment close out panel clip

4
7806200
Glove compartment dampener

5
W506824
Glove compartment dampener screw (2 required)
0.8 Nm (7 lb-in)


Instrument Panel Fasteners

Item Service Part Number Description Torque Material Name Notes
1
W709268
Instrument panel-to-floor bolt (4 required)
25 Nm (18 lb-ft)

2
W710259
Instrument panel-to-body bolt (6 required)
40 Nm (30 lb-ft)

3
W709178
RH instrument panel-to-front of dash bolt
25 Nm (18 lb-ft)

4
W709178
LH instrument panel-to-front of dash bolt (2 required)
25 Nm (18 lb-ft)

5
W712961
Steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt
23 Nm (17 lb-ft)

6
14401
RH electrical connector

7
14401
LH electrical connector
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Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM)
Exploded View

Item Service Part Number Description Tool Number Material Name Notes
1
W707628
FCIM screws (4 required)

2 Nm (18 lb-in)

2
18842
FCIM

3
FCIM electrcial connector (part of 14401)


Removal
1.Remove the LH and RH finish panel. REFER to Instrument Panel - Exploded View.
2.Remove the 4 FCIM screws.

• To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).

3.Pull back on the FCIM starting at the bottom and working to the top to release the clips and remove the FCIM.

1.Disconnect the electrical connector.

Installation
1.To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Audio Control Module (ACM)
Exploded View

Item Service Part Number Description Tool Number Material Name Notes
1
W707628
ACM screws (4 required)

2 Nm (18 lb-in)

2
18C869
ACM

3
ACM electrical connectors (part of 14401)


Removal
1.NOTE: If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new module after installation.

Upload the ACM configuration information to the scan tool by following the scan tool on screen instructions.

2.Remove the FCIM. REFER to Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM).
3.Remove the 4 screws and the ACM.

• To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).

1.Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Installation
1.To install, reverse the removal procedure.

2.Download the ACM configuration information from the scan tool to the new ACM following the scan tool on screen instructions.

Front Display Interface Module (FDIM)
Exploded View

Item Service Part Number Description Tool Number Material Name Notes
1
W707628
FDIM screws (4 required)

2 Nm (18 lb-in)

2
18842
FDIM

3
FDIM electrical connector (part of 14401)


Removal
1.Remove the FCIM. REFER to Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM).
2.Remove the 4 screws and the FDIM.

• To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).

1.Disconnect the electrical connector.

Installation
1.To install, reverse the removal procedure.

 

[NICE59FORDF100]

Just Fixed the picture links

 

[cmadparty]

Thanks!

This is great info, thanks again.

 

[Sgt1411]

Hi everyone,

Apologies in advance if this is already posted somewhere but I haven't been able to find anything for the 2011-2013 explorers. I'm looking to remove the radio to plug a harness I bought into the back of it.

I'm not doing any custom wiring, it's all plug and play, my concern is simply not knowing how to get the radio out without breaking anything. I'm an experienced stereo installer but have never taken this truck apart - and I've learned the hard way to not just start pulling at things.

Is there anywhere someone could point me that shows instructions for the newer explorers with the mytouch system and the Sony head unit?

Thanks.

Just an idea that might help you.

On the Ford Fleet website there is a section in the Police vehicles section called the Modifiers/Upfitters Guide.

This document deals with adding aftermarket equipment to the Police Utility which is an Explorer.

https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/topics/2012/modGuide.html

 

[boricuatzin]

Video may help

I found this link that is a great visual.

http://youtu.be/gv8NZNc8fwc

 

[BobbyMarks]

I found this link that is a great visual.

http://youtu.be/gv8NZNc8fwc

Aslo very helpful is this video:

http://youtu.be/yh4hrn_l1mc

BM