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I have a 2005 lariat, I removed the original 6 disc stereo and installed a pioneer in dash stereo. Now the academy controls will not work. I did not unplug the control module while installing the stereo, and the controls worked before I began the install.
during the course of the install the passages airbag wire came loose, but I don't see that having anything to do with the issue.
I checked the fuse in the passenger kick panel and it was good.
I don't know how sensitive the control module is our of removing the panel could cause it to go bad.
Yes, check the connector. It is one that has a large plastic lever that must be pushed all the way down. Also turn the key on and listen for the 'test' where the vents open and close. Sorry can't remember how to get it to do that, I just recently had mine open and the battery disconnected. At first the fan would not work, then it did. Then AC would not work just hot air would come out. After getting it to cycle the vents it works again. Sorry not much help today.