Removal and Installation

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Vehicles with a manual transaxle 

  1. Depress the parking brake pedal.
  2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N).

    Vehicles with an automatic transaxle 

  3. Remove the selector lever trim ring.

    Vehicles with a manual transaxle 

  4. Disengage the gearshift boot trim ring.

    All vehicles 

  5. Remove the floor console storage bin.
  6. Remove the floor console finish panel.
    • Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  7. Remove the 2 screws and the ambient lighting module.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Make sure to align the trim panel retaining clips to the retaining clip holes in the floor console.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.