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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPLORER AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGPOWER AND GROUND DISTRIBUTIONAUXILIARY POWER OUTLETSERVICE AND REPAIRDIRECT CURRENT-ALTERNATING CURRENT (DC-AC) INVERTER
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5L
Direct Current-Alternating Current (DC-AC) Inverter
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Direct Current-Alternating Current (DC-AC) Inverter
Direct Current-Alternating Current (DC-AC) Inverter
Exploded View
Removal
WARNING: Disconnect the battery before servicing the DC-AC (Direct Current-Alternating Current) inverter or AC (Alternating Current) powerpoint to prevent the risk of high voltage shock. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
1. Disconnect the battery. REFER to Battery Disconnect .
2. Remove the RH (Right Hand) instrument panel side trim panel, instrument panel insulator and the glove compartment close out. REFER to Instrument Panel - Exploded View .
3. Remove the 3 bolts and position the RFA (Remote Function Actuator) module bracket aside.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
4. Disconnect the 2 DC-AC (Direct Current-Alternating Current) inverter electrical connectors.
5. Remove the 3 nuts and the DC-AC (Direct Current-Alternating Current) inverter.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.