Compatibility information is not available for this item. NOTICE: Plus the way they are plumbed. NOTE: If you are just concerned with it working or not with forscan you can easily turn the rear option off and the lower section becomes blank. This listing is for part or sub-assembly number given below only. For the foreseeable future, Ford's popular SUV will remove climate controls for rear-seat passengers. General Motors removed numerous features from a wide range of models, including park assist on Cadillacs and heated seats in Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. During the removal or installation of components, cap, from the factory as a single one-piece assembly. Sweet Saint Ursula, just how many decibels are you hoping for? Please try again later. It's affecting numerous industries, but the automotive realm is arguably the arena where the shortage is most visible. You are using an out of date browser. A Ford spokesperson later confirmed to Automotive News that rear-seat climate control functionality in the Ford Explorer was a specific feature being temporarily removed. That would allow dealers to stock and sell vehicles, albeit with some reduced functionality. Beyond chips, the war in Ukraine has added new strain to the supply chain as many German companies source wire harnesses from suppliers in the affected region. The replacement part Once the parts are available, installation will be offered free of charge. Make sure you cap any open holes to the outside if you want to keep exhaust gas from entering the vehicle. Drain the cooling system. 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer 5th Generation Explorer, Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion, A/C not blowing cold but compressor works fine. To confirm that this part fits your vehicle, please choose a vehicle from the "My Garage" list OR enter your vehicles details below. The alternative is simply not building vehicles at all, and virtually every manufacturer continues to face that contingency. Something went wrong. Covering the Explorer, ST, Ecoboost, Lincoln Aviator, Sport Trac, Mercury Mountaineer, Mazda Navajo, Ford Ranger, Mazda Pickups, and the Aerostar. Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. I don't mind the extra work as I enjoy this type of thing and I really want the rear air gone because, as I stated above, I have heard it causes problems down the road. tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings . Refer to the appropriate Refrigerant Oil Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. The #1 Ford Explorer enthusiast resource for over 25 years! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Release the clamps, disconnect the rear heater inlet and outlet lines. Remove the retainers and remove the heat shield. If you never have anyone in the back, why not just convert to 2 row seating (like PIU/remove 3rd row) and use the entire spare tire wheel and under the load floor for sub with amps and wiring mounted on top, just under the load floor? 2010-2018 Ford Explorer Rear AC Block Off Kit NEW Rear Air Block Off. I'm hoping there is a way to turn the rear a/c option off in Forscan. The entire well and then some will be used for subs plus I'm looking for some under floor storage. Remove the rear climate control lines support bracket retainers. I guess you have to cap the holes left unless you want to pass out from the fumes. The global microchip shortage doesn't show any signs of easing up. Do you have a 8" mft radio or the 4.2" with the physical buttons on the bottom. When these locks are set, you cannot open the rear doors from the inside. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Group 303. Thanks. Adding procedure in Group 412. As for mounting an amp and sub the passenger side is where the factory one is to go and there are soft plugs you can move to route the wiring they there. Remove the routing bracket retainers and position aside the high voltage battery cables. Remove the retainers and position aside RHR wheel splashshield. remove the panels back there and head to an a/c shop and have them drain the system and cap it off. Removal and Installation - Rear Evaporator, Removal and Installation - Rear Heater Core, Ford Explorer 2020-2022 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Roof Opening Panel Fixed Glass, Ford Explorer 2020-2022 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Engine Front Cover. Get upfront price offers on local inventory. Remove the retainers and the under floor heat shields. If you don't turn the switch on it the compressor wont turn on as for removing lines it's alot more work than you would think also . Most PIUS do not have rear ac. and other protective materials prior to installation. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Group 303. I would hate having dead controls. Please choose your vehicles details for specific results. Is rear a/c standard in all models of Explorer? We were unable to complete your request. In the meantime, climate adjustments for rear-seat passengers can be made from the main controls in the front. A general announcement regarding non-safety features came during the recent National Auto Dealers Association (NADA) meeting, according to Automotive News. of clean refrigerant oil. Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system. Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. I would disconnect the wiring first and see if any errors occur on your control panel. The report also states anyone buying an Explorer with the feature removed would receive a discount on the price. Only use the specified material to lubricate the seals. NOTICE: Remove caps, tape Remove the rear evaporator inlet and outlet line nuts and disconnect the fitting. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Jeep cut the Quadra-Lift suspension from the Grand Cherokee, BMW removed some touchscreen functionality, and Genesis took a more drastic step by removing some safety tech. There are several reasons I am looking into it. It would be similar to how the PIU can house a full size spare and a radio tray under the rear load floor. I would just disable it in forscan turn the rear option off I wouldn't try removing the lines. The rear evaporator inlet and outlet lines are installed Empty dealership lots certainly garner attention, and it's forcing some brands to build vehicles without some notable features. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. You can turn off the rear ac in forscan it really doesn't do much. This certainly isn't the first instance of an automaker taking such steps to keep dealers stocked with new vehicles. The Ford Explorer is the latest victim of such strategic planning. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, - for PayPal Credit, opens in a new window or tab, Learn more about earning points with eBay Mastercard, - eBay Return policy - opens in a new tab or window, - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new tab or window. Remove the cabin heater coolant diverter valve. outlet lines and the rear evaporator inlet and outlet lines. Non hybrid shown, hybrid vehicles similar. to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. is supplied as an assembly, containing the rear heater core inlet and also if you sell you can revert back to stock. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Performance upgrades, maintenance, modifications and problem solving. Remove the rear evaporator inlet line nut. Remove the rear evaporator outlet line nut. BMW and Porsche have temporary shutdowns in place, and it's unclear how long the situation could last. Not too worried about exhaust since I would run the power cable through where the a/c lines are going now and will be covering pretty much all of the floor and all of the areas around the wheel wells with sound deadening. A child safety lock is on the rear edge of each rear door. Portions of the information contained in this table have been provided by autocoolingsolutions. Recover the refrigerant. Explorer Holding Gear/ Higher RPMS when A/C is on. Remove the retainer and the under floor heat shield. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}. 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They run the entire length of the vehicle from both the heater core hoses for heat and AC lines up to the compressor. Fill and bleed the cooling system. NOTE: NOTE: Within a year, Ford plans to have the controls available for installation. In short, Ford is reportedly looking at features that can be omitted during production but installed later, once more microchips are available. JavaScript is disabled. You have to drop the rear cradle and gas tank to get them out. 2.3L shown, other engines similar. I've already pulled the 3rd row and added the interceptor brace. You must set the child