just pull the ashtray all the way out and remove the screws on the sides.
If the cupholder on the 2002 Windstar is the same as the 2001 then there is a small plastic clip on the top of the cupholder that locks in a groove when the cupholder is in the out position. Push the clip down with a small screwdriver and pull the cupholder out. (This works on a 1998 Windstar, also.) If you don't have to remove the housing for the cupholder et al, You can remove just the sliding part by reaching under it when its open and there is a small tang that you have to push down (towards the floor) and it will slide out Remove the center console (4 plastic screws. remove the center instrument panel trim (snaps off, but be careful not to break it.) remove 2 ashtray mounting bolts on the front (behind the trim you removed) open the ashtray to expose 2 mounting bolts under the ashtray, remove the light tray light (from underneath, it snaps off, and pull the ashtray ouy the front. (Sounds a lot harder than it is.
you have to remove the dash
Unbolt and remove
* Use a small screwdriver to lift it out then you are also able to remove the cup holder as well by inserting you finger behind the ashtray and pushing down on a small lever
There are four bolts holding the ashtray, two in front, two in back.
Work inward in a circular motion.
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You have to drain/remove the "transmission" oil pan to get access to the filter.
1. Remove ashtray. 2. Remove ashtray track assembly (two screws underneath). 3. Replace bulb. 4. Install ashtray track assembly. 5. Insert ashtray.
I'm pretty sure that takes a 7mm Allen key.
Where the fuse box is, remove the panel and there should be a sticker on it, that shows what goes where, and what amp the fuse is.
The way i did it was accidentally putting it in neutral at a gas station and let it roll backwards with the door open.Ripped it right off...