How do you remove the center console on a 2003 Ford Explorer?

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Remove the small screw under the rubber utility tray mat (in front of the cup-holders)
The center section of the console can now be removed by firmly grasping the cup holders and pulling towards the rear (and up) of the vehicle.
Here you will see several screws holding down the center console.

How do you remove the center console on a 2003 Ford Ranger?

Ford Ranger Console Removal & Installation

Open the center console lid.
Inspect the front part of the console, beneath the radio.
Inspect the center part of the console.
Pull the console upward to unhook it from the floorboard.
Move the replacement console into the cabin.
Hold the console firmly in place with hand.

How do you remove the armrest on a Ford Ranger?

Expect the process of installing a new armrest to take about 20 minutes.

Grasp the adjustment bar underneath the front driver side seat. Push the seat all the way forward.
Push the armrest into the “up” position.
Unzip the armrest’s fabric.
Lift the armrest up to remove it from the mount.

How do you remove the cup holders on a Ford Ranger?

Each cup holder spot has a cam lock clip at the very bottom insert the screwdriver and rotate about 1/4 of a turn counterclockwise to release it, once You feel it stop it will be unclipped. Now You can just pull the console straight up and it will be free.

How do you remove a Ford Explorer glove box?

Ford Explorer Glove Box Removal

Open the glove box by lifting the latch and pulling it toward you.
Squeeze the plastic sides of the glove box to allow the plungers to fit past the dash.
Locate the four screws holding the base of the glove box in place.
Pull the glove box away from the dash.

Does 2016 Ford Explorer have a cabin air filter?

The cabin air filter is located either behind the glove compartment, under the dashboard, or under the hood of your vehicle. In most cases, it will be located behind the glove box.