How to Replace Dimmer Switch 2006-10 Ford Explorer

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In this video, we're going to show you how to replace the interior light dimmer switch in this 2006 Ford Explorer. Procedure is the same for this generation Explorer as well as the Mountaineer.

Tools you need for this repair: Trim tool from 1AAuto.com

First, you'll want to remove the air outlet bezel. You can use plastic trim tools available at 1AAuto.com so it doesn't mar your finish here. Slide it in. The clip’s on the right in the side, so you want to slide it down, pull out, and twist. Then pull straight out and your louvre comes off.

Then, there's two tabs at the top of each side. Push down on the tabs as you push out, and this whole panel comes out. Then, you can disconnect the leads on here and this one here has a tab. Dimmer switch is held in by three tabs, and you can use a plastic trim tool from 1AAuto.com. Small flathead screwdriver would work as well. Pry up and pull out and pry up the other top one, kind of pull the switch down, and then keep maintaining pressure out and pry the other bottom tab.

Installation is pretty simple. Put it in, push it in place, and make sure it's secure. Reconnect your headlight harness. Reconnect your dimmer harness. Two tabs at the bottom, those go in place first. Then, push that in place, and the little dimples at the top should be on top so you can see them and put your AC duct grate in place.

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