July 1: So it begins. Don't worry, this is not in the correct legal jurisdiction!

Item 1: Center Instrument Panel Finish Panel Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Pull the center instrument panel finish panel toward the rear of the vehicle to release the retaining clips.