Console Media Bin Door Will Not Open Or Is Binding – 2015-2019 Ford F-150

NHTSA ID Number: 10153915

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 18-2364

Summary

Some 2015-2019 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a console media bin door that will not open or is binding. This may be due to the console media bin door inertia switch being stuck in the active position. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

 

5 Affected Products

Vehicle

FORDeBay logoF-1502015-2019

 


Model:

FordeBay logo

2015-2019 F-150

 

Issue: Some 2015-2019 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a console media bin door that will not open or is binding. This may be due to the console media bin door inertia switch being stuck in the active position.

Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

 

Parts

DescriptionQuantityPart Number
Console Media Bin – Refer To The Parts Catalog For The VIN Specific Application11504608

 

Tool List

DriveTool Name
1/4″Power Tool
1/4″7 mm Socket
Flashlight
Pocket Screwdriver
Trim Tool

 

Service Procedure

  1. Is the console media bin door stuck in the closed position with no visible damage?

(1). Yes – proceed to Step 2.

(2). No – this article does not apply. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-12 for normal diagnostics.

  1. Remove the console upper finish panel. Refer to the WSM, Section 501-12.
  2. Remove the 2 cup holder screws and remove the cup holder.
  3. Remove the 2 media bin retaining screws and remove the media bin.
  4. Inspect the inertia switch. Is the inertia switch in the active position? (Figures 1 – 2)

(1). Yes – using a non-marring pry tool, push the inertia switch toward the front of the media bin into the inactive position. Proceed to Step 6. (Figures 3 – 4)

(2). No – proceed to Step 7.

Figure 1

inertia switch

 

Figure 2

inertia switch

 

Figure 3

inertia switch

 

Figure 4

inertia switch

 

  1. Verify the operation of the console media bin door. Does the door open and close properly?

(1). Yes – reinstall the console media bin. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Repair is complete.

(2). No – proceed to Step 7.

  1. Replace the console media bin assembly.

 


18-2364
08 January 2019

 


 

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