Installation Guide SoundSkins Sound Deadening Kit | '21- Current Ford Bronco

Tools Needed:

• Drill
• 7mm, 10mm, 13mm, 18mm socket
• Socket extension
• T20, T30, T55 Torx bit
• Panel/trim tool
• Roller
• Flathead screwdriver
• 3/8” Ratchet
• Microfiber cloth
• Acetone or cleaning solution
• Shop vacuum
• Tarp, cloth, blanket, or towel

Step-by-Step Installation Instructions

1. Remove the Door Panels

• Locate and remove the fastening hardware:
  • One screw behind the door handle (under a plastic cover).
  • One screw behind the door grab handle (pop off the cover).
  • Two screws at the bottom right corner of the door panel.
• Use a 7mm socket to remove the screws.
• Using a panel tool, pry the door panel off starting at the bottom right corner.
  • Be careful not to break clips or mounting hardware.

2. Disconnect Electrical Components & Prepare the Door Surface

• Slowly pull the door panel away from the door.
• Unplug:
  • Two clip plugs.
  • One wire plug.
• Remove the vapor barrier and set the panel aside.
• Clean the metal surface with a microfiber cloth and Acetone (or another cleaning solution) to remove oil, dust, or moisture.

3. Install Door Sound Insulation Pieces

• Peel off the backing paper from the door material, starting at the top.
• Tack the piece in place and work downward, peeling off more backing paper gradually.
• Press down firmly, ensuring:
  • Harnesses are fed through proper holes.
  • All holes align correctly before pressing the material down completely.
• Repeat Steps 1-3 for all four doors.

4. Disconnect the Battery Before Seat Removal

• Before removing seats, disconnect the negative battery terminal using a 10mm socket.

5. Remove the Front Seats

• Locate and remove the 13mm bolts securing the front seats.
  • These bolts are covered by plastic cover plates—use a T20 Torx bit to remove them.
• Disconnect the seat wiring harness:
  • Slide the red security tab out of the way.
  • Pinch the connector to release it.
• Carefully lift and remove the seats from the car.

6. Disassemble the Center Console

• Remove the trim panel underneath the dash stereo by snapping it outward.
• Remove the grip handle on the passenger side of the center console (held by two T30 bolts).
• Remove the center console top piece by unsnapping it through the seam area.

7. Remove the Selector Lever Trim & Center Console Bolts

• Insert a trim tool between the selector lever boot and trim ring to release the tabs.
• Lift the boot upwards and disconnect all plugs in the center console.
• Remove the black plastic keeper crossing over the center console (secured by 7mm bolts).
• Locate and remove the two 7mm bolts on each side of the console (covered by plastic keepers).
• Take out the final center console piece.

8. Remove the Backseats

• Remove bottom seat bolts and center nuts to detach seat brackets.
• Remove the 18mm bolts securing the seat and seatbelt brackets.
• Use a T55 Torx bit to remove the seatbelts on both sides.
• In the trunk, remove the trim plate behind the backseats to access and remove 18mm bolts.
• Take out the backseats (remove the smaller seat first, then the larger one).
• Disconnect the two plugs in the backseat area.

9. Remove Door Seals & Kick Panels

• In the driver’s floor section, remove the kick panel on the left footrest using a 10mm tool and extension.
• Unscrew bolts and remove the kick panel.
• Remove B-pillar plastic covers (located between front and rear doors) by unsnapping them.

10. Prepare the Vehicle for Floor Insulation

• Clean all metal surfaces using a microfiber cloth and Acetone (or another cleaning solution).
• Roll up the carpeting toward the dashboard to fully access the floor.
• Protect the dashboard with a tarp, blanket, or cloth.

11. Install the Floor Insulation Material

• Start with the largest rear floor piece:
  • Peel back one section of the backing paper.
  • Tack the piece into place and work downward, gradually peeling off more paper.
  • Ensure all holes align properly before pressing the material down.
• Repeat this process for the two middle floor pieces.

12. Install the Front Floor Insulation

• Flip the carpet toward the passenger side to install the driver-side floor piece.
• Flip the carpet toward the driver side to install the passenger-side floor piece.

13. Final Assembly & Reinstallation

• Double-check that all holes remain open for mounting hardware.
• Ensure all insulation pieces have solid contact with the surface.
• Reverse the disassembly process:
  • Reinstall carpets, center console, bolts, seats, and plugs.
  • Reconnect the battery.
• Enjoy your newly insulated and quieter ride!