How to Install an Explorer Center Console in a Ford Police Interceptor Utility (PIU) 2011-2019

[@DetroitDeadPool…™]

Great timing on starting this channel just bought a 2016 black and white FPIU (soon getting a new complete paint job) still basically duty ready minus lights still full dual partition molded rear seats and full (now functional door panels) window bars… Immaculate condition and 85k miles full CarFax and service records (maintenance schedule carried out like clockwork) and loving it so far considering coming from a 2018 F350 Dually making the regret and sellers remorse a little less painful 😂 looking forward to binge watching your content subbed and looking forward to seeing more!! 💯👍🏻

[@depolicify]

Thanks man! Good luck with the build, I hope the videos help.

[@butchering]

Love the video, very informational. Resolved a lot of my whims I had with my newly purchased 2017 FE IP.

[@kantstopscratchn6305]

Hi I love your console install video I wish I could do my own 😢 I just bought a 2016 Ford FHP INTERCEPTOR And it needs a console I can’t do what you did are there any places that you can recommend professional that I can go to for this type of install? PLEASE HELP! Thanks and keep the videos coming🎉

[@jt8932]

Thank you! This made me slightly Less stressed 😂

[@dom4039]

I'm doing the same build! Although I put a 2019 center console in a 2014 and goddamn it's a headache! But this video is very very helpful thank you! I also installed a sync 3.4 radio module.. Its a hack job rn but it functions for sound and touch. I wanted to use the 2018-2019 dash kit however the radio/hvac unit speaks a different language as far as I'm aware for can bus and well I lost all power to hvac when I had it hooked up and that's a no go in Texas during summer so I had to resort back. I will be a customer of those pockets you make for the center console! Badass

[@depolicify]

Yeah I need to get something figured out on my radio. It is the non-sync version and doesn't even have an aux-in port. I found some info on how to add it in so I will see about making a video on it. I really dislike the look of the Metra kit and aftermarket temp controls, also you'd be paying around $600-800 all in.

[@antoniocasas4023]

Can you put the 2019 console on a 2014?

[@dom4039]

@@antoniocasas4023 yes that’s what I did . All the mounting is the same bolts, holes, clips.

[@depolicify]

Should be able to@@antoniocasas4023

[@antoniocasas4023]

@@dom4039 I thought it was only possible from 2011 to 15

[@FrederickDeVeydt]

Can you perhaps make a cubby for the shifter hole that utilizes the screws from the bottom so that you could still have chrome trim??

[@frederickgamboa1805]

Did you find any cubby to delete that hole ? I just bought a 17 interceptor and idk what can I put in that hole 🙄

[@akk2707]

When are you buying 2020 + Explorer PIU , I would like to see your great work on that

[@davidhaggart7545]

Are the center consoles the same in the 2011 and the 2016s?

[@cutecuddlesz]

Any idea what the console without the shifter Is called?

[@HowardMessias-e8z]

Use relays, constant power and fused to add accessories to those wires, will give you more power.

[@depolicify]

Check out my fusebox and relay video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3jVdoCMlNqqeKs

[@HowardMessias-e8z]

my apologies, only just found your site.@@depolicify

[@HowardMessias-e8z]

Just watched, I have exactly the same set-up on my vehicles here in the UK.@@depolicify

[@PATRIOT_PRODUCTIONS]

Is the 16-pin connector at the 1:54 mark the fire wall pass-through connection? Where can those wires be found and accessed under the hood?

[@depolicify]

Depending on how the upfitters have rearranged things, you can sometimes find them tucked behind the battery.

[@TheGovernmentCarGuy]

What size is the bolt on the bar that needs removed at the very end of the prepping the car video? I can’t get a socket on it!!

[@LivnDedGrl]

There’s no console at all in the 17 explorer interceptor I’m looking at. Just like an empty looking industrial-ish boxy metal brackets with some wires. I think the radio is out too but I have to take a second look. How do you replace the console in this case though and I believe one arm rest is still there the other missing.

[@oriensealine3038]

For those who have wired their consoles for power, what wires in the console did you connect into? Ive watched several of these great videos, and just cant figure out what I should bring my spliced power wires from under dash into? I used the default cig lighter power, but am trying to get the lights and other power options functional

[@Skandha_]

Hey, this might sound stupid. I want to put a column shifter in my Ford Flex EcoBoost. Do you think this is a reasonable thing to attempt? I think so given how much the Flex shares with the Taurus and Explorer. Assuming the shift cables are right length to reach the column, I think I’d just need to get the parts and hook it up. Only thing I’m worried about is getting Sport mode to work.

[@utility_tristin]

Great video, Rich. I'm sure you've seen me on Explorer forum. How does that back panel come off on the center console? Does it just pry off from clips? What's the best way I can route my wires to the back part of the console for those USB ports?

[@depolicify]

Just clips

[@_SupKins_]

I’ve got a bunch of wires where the console should be. Some about 18 gauge thick or more. Any tips on what I can do to remove these?

[@Jacky_2275]

Great job bravo ❤, I want too like this console. Where I can find?

[@amaurigp73]

I just bought a 2018 Ford Explorer Interceptor. Which console fits it? Now that I have removed the metal one that it has.

[@depolicify]

Any Explorer console from 2011-2019

[@user-oq6nn8fg5c]

​@depolicify what wires did you connect the ambient lighting to on the light control switch?

[@depolicify]

See my fuse panel video. I hooked it up to a fused circuit.

[@DetroitDeadPool…™]

Hey, your filler pocket link isn’t working from my iPhone at least

[@depolicify]

Hmm, Seems to be working on my end

[@jasegonzalez1]

Thank you for the video. So I found a few center consoles at different price points for my 2017 Ford Police interceptor. When I went pay and pick the item up the salvage yard told me the 2017 console I chose from a different trim was not compatible. That only a base model explorer would fit. Is this true?

[@depolicify]

No, they are going off of the interchange data which will not show the console as being compatible. Any console from an 11-19 explorer will work just fine.

[@jasegonzalez1]

@@depolicify thanks for that! You're up late

[@PersonalChaos]

Curious question. I have a 2016-2019 center console from a Sport. Instead of the individual light colors per wire, I just have one wire running to each light. Any advice on trying to plug that in?

[@depolicify]

That is interesting. I have a 2016 Console that had the RGB wires. Maybe newer years switch to a LIN system like the newer F-150's did. In that case you cannot use the OEM light modules because the wire going to them are a data signal that the BCM uses to send various frequencies through and the light changes that way. If that is your situation then your only option is aftermarket LED's. I would need to see what your wiring looks like to be sure.

[@PersonalChaos]

@depolicify I could get pictures to you, if you wouldn't mind. I'm fairly stumped after working on it the past day. I need to get a power pack to try and test the wires without installing them to see if they'd just light up blue or not.

[@JonnyDang-iv6ix]

Hey i order a couple thing off your website about a week ago and still havent gotten them hoping they’re on the way!

[@depolicify]

Contact me on the website with your order number. You should have received a tracking number via email.

[@karenbayer8565]

Where do I go to purchase 2 of pockets to cover the shifter. We pulled consoles out of a 2017 & 2019 Ford Explorer interceptor with column shift and consoles we picked up had holes for floor shift and we need your little pocket\box!! How much??

[@depolicify]

The link is in the description

[@rentonbryan2270]

I have everything except for the two bolts for each bracket does anyone know or have bolt size for them? Or part number?

[@tyroneelder8241]

Where did you find a plug( from vehicle to console)for the main orange console plug

[@depolicify]

No plug, manually wired.

[@res887]

How to wire the stock cigarette lighters in the console (I saw the power-ground from the dash, but which plug/wire to pick from the console)?

[@depolicify]

You have to find the cigarette lighter outlet, see what color wires are going into it, then find those wires at the other end of the harness then splice them into ignition power and ground

[@Jacky_2275]

And bracket, from where I can find?

[@bamaborn74]

Could you contact me about the inserts that you make? I have a 2015 Interceptor and I am looking to complete the center console like you did in this video. Thank you in advance.

[@GbodySS_LsX]

Will this make the rear vents work I have an interceptor

[@depolicify]

no

[@willlindstrom9053]

Is there a way you can walk me through how to actually install the console. What plugs, plug into where, what bolts go where

[@depolicify]

I pretty much show it in the video. The OEM plug is not present on the PIU so unless you are trying it install extra accessories you don't need to wire up anything.

[@willlindstrom9053]

@@depolicify it’s okay I figured out how to splice a few things but thank you. Love the vids!

[@JohnWick-ok6lj]

Hi would i be able to order the plastic pieces that pop in to where the old shifter and climate knobs used to be from you? If so how much?

[@JohnWick-ok6lj]

@de-policify

[@depolicify]

Yes, Here is the link 3dub200.com/collections/11-19-ford-police-interceptor-utility

[@emilyhofland8219]

Yes, they are on eBay

[@martintomasiewicz482]

Were u able to get the 110v electrical outlet in the console to work?

[@depolicify]

I have not on this car but I have done it on other cars. You have to install a power inverter and then run an extension cord and splice it into the plug.

[@LeoMartin-gi5yh]

How can I reach you about purchasing some of your products? I have a 2017 piu and need the console inserts. Thanks. Leo

[@depolicify]

You can see my products on 3DUB200.com

[@johnstinson4026]

Hello Rich and everyone out there. I just bought a 2020 police explr intrcptr. I bougt a 20' center console w gear selector. Any idea how to wire up center console. Thanks

[@depolicify]

I would love to get my hands on a 2020+ but unfortunately I have no info on them yet.

[@johnstinson4026]

@@depolicify man I'm in for a job trying to wire up the center console from a 2020. There's like 6 wrong harness plugs under the original police console no of which fit into any plug from the new console. Oh well. Yea I bought this w 5000 miles for 6k. Was hit in the a$$ lightly . No salvage report

[@frankcali7629]

do you sell these completed and ready to go with the brackets?

[@depolicify]

I do not, I only sell the parts.

[@frankcali7629]

@@depolicify I ordered the parts from you. thank you. I cant find the the pin out code for the 16 pin connector. You would not have that would you?

[@tyg6768]

I have a 2013 police interceptor will a 2016 console fit into it?

[@depolicify]

Yes

[@TheGovernmentCarGuy]

Do you sell those pockets??

[@depolicify]

Yes, link in the description

[@DerekFreeman-xy3ls]

How much do you sell all those parts for that you make

[@depolicify]

I have the link in the description.

[@ChaosTheoryProductions]

Did you buy that center console online, or did you get one from an explorer in a junk yard?

[@depolicify]

Facebook market place

[@Jacky_2275]

Does these come separately?

[@depolicify]

Can you be more specific?

[@Jacky_2275]

@@depolicify that it's ok, I bought all together. Thank you so much for your help. With out this video maybe I will don’t have any console.👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@bradleysteeves3291]

this explorer you have has carpet so likely came with factory civilian console, removed by police garage upfitter to add the police equipment. thats why your 3 brackets are already in your vehicle.

[@depolicify]

I added the carpet and the brackets.

[@coronalight77]

Think before you speak. Read the description and pay attention to vids before getting excited thinking you know something. Removes any credibility you could have.

[@karenbayer8565]

Looking for two boxes to fit down in shift hole. One will go in a 2017 Explorer and other in 2019 Explorer. Saw your video so wanted to get a price on yours. Thanks for your time!!!!!!

[@davidvaughn3114]

Where did you find the console?

[@depolicify]

I found one on Facebook marketplace and another at a junkyard

[@tyg6768]

eBay has some too

[@cesarmunoz9154]

Why didn't you just move the shifter to the floor instead of leaving it on the side of the steering wheel? It's actually pretty easy to wire the shifter to work.

[@frederickgamboa1805]

Show us how to do it .

[@kennorr82]

Can you make me up a center console without any electrical. I'll send you the funds for making one and shipping

[@MiguelHernandez-qi4dn]

Sell me the 2013 center counsel

[@darrowfortheprosecution1404]

The video title says THIS, "How to Install an Explorer Center Console in a Ford Police Interceptor Utility" . The actual video rambles on and on about wiring and tape coverings, and custom made doo dah's for sale but when it comes to the "HOW TO" of R&Ring the console, all we get is "there are a few clips here and there, takes 3 minute each side, pretty much self-explanatory...blah blah blah. WELL, if it is SO damn self explanatory, what were you doing through out the whole video? This is just some kid in love with his car and decided to leave his phone camera on too long. Darrow...for the Prosecution