Removal and Installation

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the instrument cluster finish panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL & CONSOLE -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
  2. Disconnect the in-vehicle temperature sensor aspirator hose connection at the heater core and evaporator core housing.
  3. Detach the in-vehicle temperature sensor aspirator hose pin-type retainer.
  4. Lower the glove compartment.
  5. Remove the 4 RH instrument panel finish moulding screws.
  6. Remove the RH instrument panel finish moulding.
  7. Detach the in-vehicle temperature sensor grille from the instrument panel.
  8. Detach the in-vehicle temperature sensor grille from the in-vehicle temperature sensor.
  9. Disconnect the in-vehicle temperature sensor electrical connector.
  10. Remove the in-vehicle temperature sensor and aspirator hose assembly.
  11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.