How To Remove Rear Door Panel Ford Expedition
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Free Shipping • 60-Day Returns • Lifetime Tech Support • Home Audio & Smart Home • • Home Audio & Smart Home • • • Receivers & Amplifiers • • • • • • • Audio Components • • • • • • • • Wireless Speakers & Audio • • • • • • • Home Speakers • • • • • • • • • • • • • Smart Home • • • Networking • • • TV Sound Solutions • • • Computer Audio • • • Furniture • • • • • • Accessories • • • • • • Home Theater • • • High-Resolution Audio • • • Design & Installation Services • • • • • • Specials • • • Outlet • • • Articles & Videos •. In a Nutshell This article will explain how to install new car stereo gear in your Ford Expedition. Check it out and then to find the gear that will fit your car. The stock speaker systems aren't that bad, really, so you can get an immediate audio improvement by replacing the receiver first. An will give you better sound and vastly improved connectivity.
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Language Translations on this page. Replacing the door is reasonably easy to do, but there's a fairly healthy amount of work involved in replacing the subwoofer. It's not hard work, but there are a lot of steps involved. If you like big bass, though, it's worth it. Full Story Overview of the Ford Expedition Ford's full-size Expedition hasn't achieved the long-lasting cultural significance of the Chevrolet Suburban, but for people who need a massive SUV and wouldn't be caught dead in a Chevy, it's just about perfect. The third-generation, which debuted in 2007 and stuck around until just lately, simply took all the luxury and utility of the previous models and made it bigger and better.
As you might expect from a vehicle that takes up a visible percentage of a city block, the Expedition offers tons of space for audio gear and plenty of space to work with. For those who need even more SUV, there's the extended-wheelbase Expedition EL, which we presume means either 'Extra Long,' 'Extended Length,' or 'Excursion-Like,' because it's all of those things. Receiver and speaker replacement is the same in both models, though, so if you want even bigger and better sound in your Expedition, you have lots of great options. Replacing the base radio will improve both performance and functionality (Crutchfield Research Photo) Factory stereo system 2007-2014 models Full-size SUV owners expect a lot when it comes to audio and entertainment features, and the 2007-2014 Expedition did not disappoint. The stock gear really wasn’t bad, but it's starting to age and when it comes to connectivity in particular, aftermarket gear can make a big difference.
Depending on what you're starting with (there were several permutations and combinations), there will be some interesting bits to stereo replacement. Whether you're talking to a Crutchfield advisor or using our, we'll make sure you get the info you need for the gear you're buying. Replacing the receiver can mean losing features like XM satellite radio, navigation, SYNC, or even fader control on vehicles equipped with digital amplifiers. If this sounds confusing, don't worry. You can replace and even upgrade some of those features, and we'll give you a deep discount on the wiring harness adapter and dash kit you'll need for your installation. A variety of single-DIN (2' tall) or double-DIN (4' tall) receivers will fit in your Expedition's dash, and the project is well within the capability of most DIY-ers.

Just be warned that a receiver with a fold-down face is not recommended for the Expedition. Free Firmware Update. 2015-2017 models Believe it or not, we haven't yet had a chance to fully review the final version of the third-gen Expedition, so we can't say much about receiver replacement at this time. We'll update this space as soon as we can.
The speaker locations and techniques should be the same, though. Removing your truck's radio is relatively easy, compared to many we've seen (Crutchfield Research Photo) Replacing your factory radio The first thing to do with this or any other vehicle is set the parking brake and disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent any electrical short. Safety matters, so make sure you get off to a good start. Once that's done, pry out the edges of the receiver/climate control trim panel to release the retaining clips. Pry out the lower console trim panel to release those clips, then pull out the entire trim panel. Disconnect the wiring harnesses and remove the assembly.
Remove the four 7mm screws securing the factory radio, then pull it out and remove it. Installing the new stereo essentially involves doing all of that stuff backwards, following the Crutchfield MasterSheet that's included free with your stereo or speaker purchase. The dash kit and wiring harness adapter will include instructions of their own.
Be sure to test the receiver to make sure it's working before you start buttoning things up again. If it isn't, and you’re not sure why, just give us a call. Every Crutchfield car audio purchase includes free tech support for the life of the gear. Tools needed: Panel tool, 7mm driver Steering wheel audio controls It's relatively easy to retain the steering wheel audio controls when you install a new stereo in your Expedition. When you, our database will choose the adapter you need to make your factory steering wheel controls work with your new receiver. These big front doors deserve some serious speakers (Crutchfield Research Photo) Replacing your factory speakers The Expedition has a set of component speakers in the front doors, full-range speakers in the rear doors, and, in some cases, a subwoofer in the cargo area. Removing the front door speakers The front door speaker array consists of woofers and tweeters in each door.
They're not hard to deal with once you remove the door panels, and there are plenty of great aftermarket replacements out there. A set of will be a great upgrade for your Expedition. The stock woofers attach to the doors, while the tweeters are attached to the door panels (Crutchfield Research Photo) The door panel removal process begins with prying off the screw cover behind the door release and removing one 7mm screw. Pry off the door release trim to release the retaining clips and remove the trim, then pry open the screw cover inside the door pull cup and remove two exposed 7mm screws. Pry open the screw cover on the rear edge of the door panel and remove one Phillips screw, then remove two 7mm screws from the bottom edge of the door panel. Moving back up the door, pry out the sail panel. Hold the sail panel out and lift the door panel to release the hooks from the door.
With all that taken care of, you can disconnect the wiring harness and remove the panel. If that seems like a lot of prying, that's because it is. A set of will make this job a lot easier and they're a lot nicer to those plastic panels than a big old screwdriver. Replacing the tweeters isn't hard, but you'll need a little bit of extra gear to do the job (Crutchfield Research Photo) Tweeters The 1.570' tweeters can be replaced by pretty much any component speaker system tweeter, but you'll need to use our (or hot glue or silicone) to secure the new tweeters in place. There's no wiring harness adapter for this location, so you'll need to connect the tweeters to the factory wiring.
The grille is removed with the tweeter and creates a 1.595' hole in the door panel. An aftermarket tweeter can be flush-mounted to the panel, as long as it clears the cutout.
Woofers The woofers can be replaced by 6'x8' or 5-1/4' aftermarket speakers. With the door panel out of the way, all you need to do is remove the four Torx T20 screws securing the old speaker and get it out of there. Use the speaker wiring adapter to connect the new speaker to your truck's speaker harness. Use the old screws to secure the new speaker to the door, and you're done.
You'll need mounting brackets to mount smaller woofers, and they're included with your Crutchfield speaker purchase at a deep discount. Be sure to test the speakers to make sure they're working properly before you put everything back together. Also, check to make sure the wiring doesn't interfere with the windows or the locks. Tools needed: Panel tool, 7mm driver, 1/4' hex driver, Phillips screwdriver.
The full-range speakers in the rear doors are very easy to work with (Crutchfield Research Photo) Removing the rear door speakers The situation in the rear doors is very similar to what's going on up front, save for the fact that you're only dealing with a pair of full-range speakers. These can also be replaced by 6'x8' or 5-1/4' aftermarket speakers, and the work is basically the same as what you did on the front doors. Complete, step-by-step instructions can be found in your. Don't forget to test the speakers and check the doors and locks before you finish up.
Tools needed: Panel tool, 7mm driver, Phillips screwdriver, 1/4' hex driver. Got a free afternoon?
You'll need it for this job. (Crutchfield Research Photo) Removing the rear subwoofer The Expedition is pretty easy to work on for the most part, but when it comes to replacing the optional rear subwoofer in the right rear side panel, the job is a little tougher. It's not that the individual tasks are all that difficult, it's that there are a whole bunch of them.
If you're a DIY-er with basic skills, you can do this, but you might want to block off an afternoon. It's not a thing you can hurry through, so be patient, work carefully, and maybe ask a friend to help. You'll find complete instructions in your Crutchfield MasterSheet, which will also be a big help. There are a few other things to know before you start. For one, the stock speaker only receives bass frequencies, so if you try to put a full-range speaker back here, it'll only produce bass frequencies.
You're probably not going to do that, but if you're trying to squeeze some extra use out of a leftover speaker, that's what's going to happen. Also, replacing the low-impedance stock sub with a higher-impedance aftermarket speaker will result in lower volume levels. Shop accordingly. Whatever you put back there (and there are some very cool and very powerful 8' subs that will fit), you'll need to use Posi-Products speaker connectors, because there's no wiring adapter available at the moment. You'll need to drill new mounting screw holes for that sub, and while this isn't necessarily the hardest thing you'll ever do, you are drilling a hole in your truck, so know what's around the area you're drilling into, work carefully, and always wear eye protection. Your new sub might not include mounting screws, so check the box and hit the hardware store if you need to.
Before you button everything up, make sure the seats and seat belts are secured to manufacturer’s specifications. Safety first, and all that. Tools needed: 6mm & 7mm drivers, 10mm socket, ratchet and extension, Torx T-50 driver, panel tool. Exactly how big a subwoofer were you thinking about? (Crutchfield Research Photo) Bass in your Expedition As you can probably guess, the Expedition offers acres of room for a subwoofer box. If you want to go big, you can, since you have a 51' W x 15' H x 24'/30' D space (measurements taken below side ledges) to work with.
Want to put three 12' subs back there? Okay, that could work. Of course, if you still need the Expedition's vast cargo area for vast amounts of cargo, you can go with a smaller box or even a. Take a look at our full line of for inspiration. Boyo's VTC464RB wireless rear-view camera system is an ideal back-up solution for your SUV Other options for your Expedition Here are some other cool ideas for improving your Expedition. Rear-view cameras for better visibility The Expedition is an enormous vehicle, and maneuvering in a crowded parking lot can be a big challenge.
If you want a better view of what's behind you, we offer from Kenwood, Alpine, Sony, Pioneer, and more. Some are designed to work with same-brand receivers only, but others come with a composite video connector and will work with almost any video receiver. Add an amplifier to fill your truck with music if you want real power, you need an aftermarket. You'll find plenty of great spots to mount amplifiers in the Expedition (under the seats or behind interior panels, for example), but consider the size of the amp and remember that it will need air to operate efficiently.
Car security systems Installing a security system in your Expedition isn't easy (security systems rarely are), but it's definitely a good idea. Our Crutchfield Advisors can help figure out what you need to get the job done, but we usually recommend taking your car and new gear to a professional installer.
Hope this helps. Instrument Panel Removal CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges.
If exposed to these charges, damage may result. 1.If equipped with power seats, move the seat fully rearward. 2.If equipped with adjustable pedal system, move the pedals to the full forward position. 3.WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or installing any air bag system components.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery to starter relay cable and wait one minute. Disconnect the battery cables.
For additional information, refer to «Section 414-01». Μ4.Position the battery junction box (BJB) power distribution box aside. L Release the mounting tabs. Μ5.Remove the bulkhead electrical connectors from inside the engine compartment. 1 Loosen the bolts. 2 Disconnect the bulkhead electrical connectors.
Μ6.Remove the bulkhead electrical connector insulator. Μ7.Unclip the bulkhead electrical connectors from the dash panel. 8.If equipped, remove the front floor console. For additional information, refer to «Console—Floor, Front» in this section. 9.Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
For additional information, refer to «Instrument Panel—Steering Column Cover» in this section. Μ10.Remove the valance panel.
L Remove the two pin-type retainers and release the expander clip. Μ11.Disconnect the restraint control module (RCM) electrical connector. 1 Release the locking tab.
2 Disconnect the RCM electrical connector. L Release the wiring harness locators. Μ12.Disconnect the electronic blend door actuator electrical connector. L Release the wiring harness locators. Μ13.Disconnect the climate control head vacuum harness connector. Μ14.Remove the LH and RH scuff plates.
Μ15.Position the LH and RH door weatherstrip seals aside. Μ16.Remove the LH and RH A-pillar lower trim panels.
Μ17.Remove the RH and LH assist handles (31406). 1 Remove the covers and the bolts.
2 Remove the assist handles. Μ18.Note: Release the top attachments by pulling inboard first and then upward to release the lower hook.
Remove the LH and RH windshield side garnish mouldings (03598). L If equipped, on the LH windshield garnish moulding, disconnect the cellular phone hands-free microphone electrical connector. Μ19.Disconnect the brake pedal position (BPP) switch electrical connector.
L Release the wiring harness locator. Μ20.If equipped, disconnect the adjustable pedal motor electrical connector.
Μ21.If equipped, disconnect the adjustable pedal motor harness electrical connector. Μ22.Remove the (A) radio ground and the (B) generic electronic module (GEM)/central timer module (CTM) ground bolts. Μ23.Disconnect the LH instrument panel main wiring harness connectors and bulkhead connector. 1 Loosen the bolt. 2 Disconnect the electrical connectors and the bulkhead connector.
L Release the main wiring harness locators. Μ24.Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement (04502). 1 Remove the nuts. 2 Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
Μ25.Disconnect the (A) air bag sliding contact electrical connectors and the (B) anti-theft sensor electrical connector. Μ26.Disconnect the remaining electrical connectors on the steering column. Μ27.Disconnect the transmission range indicator from the steering column.
1 Remove the bolt. 2 Disconnect the cable. Μ28.Lower the steering column (3C529). 1 Remove the nuts. 2 Lower the steering column. Μ29.Remove the instrument panel bolts through the steering column opening. Μ30.Remove the instrument panel reinforcement bolt below the LH corner of the cigar lighter and power point.
Μ31.Disconnect the inertia fuel shutoff switch electrical connector. Μ32.Remove the RH ground bolt. Μ33.If equipped, disconnect the air suspension switch electrical connector.
Μ34.Disconnect the RH instrument panel main harness connectors. L Release all the wiring harness locators from the cowl side panel. Μ35.Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector. Μ36.If equipped, disconnect the electronic automatic temperature control (EATC) hose from the evaporator case. Μ37.Disconnect the in-line antenna connector.
Μ38.Remove the instrument panel relay cover. 1 Remove the instrument panel relay cover. 2 If equipped, disconnect the autolamp sensor electrical connector.
3 If equipped, disconnect the sunload sensor electrical connector. 39.Remove the glove compartment. For additional information, refer to «Glove Compartment» in this section.
Μ40.WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when removing and handling an air bag. WARNING: Carry a live air bag with the bag and trim cover pointed away from your body. An accidental deployment will then deploy with minimal chance of injury.
WARNING: Place a live air bag on a bench or other surface with the trim cover up. Remove the passenger side air bag module (044A74).
1 Disconnect the electrical connector. 2 Remove the screws. 3 Remove the passenger side air bag module.
Μ41.Remove the instrument panel bolts through the passenger side air bag module opening. Μ42.Remove the instrument panel bolt on the relay bracket. Μ43.Remove the instrument panel reinforcement bolt below the LH corner of the glove compartment. Μ44.Note: Position the carpet aside. Loosen the instrument panel floor brace. 1 Remove the upper instrument panel floor brace bolt.
2 Loosen the instrument panel brace bolts and nut. Μ45.Remove the RH instrument panel cowl side nut. Μ46.Remove the LH instrument panel cowl side nut.
Μ47.On Expedition, remove the instrument panel cowl top bolts. 1 Remove the covers.
2 Remove the bolts. Μ48.On Navigator, remove the instrument panel defroster grille assembly. Μ49.On Navigator, remove the instrument panel cowl top bolts.
50.Note: This step requires an assistant. Note: Two bullet connectors secure the instrument panel to the bulkhead. Remove the instrument panel.