Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / General Procedures - Liftgate Latch Manual Release

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Activation

1. Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening and depress the cinch release button.
   Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

1. Insert a 3.5 mm wide flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening 10 mm deep into the RH side of the slot.
   Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

1. Slide the 3.5 mm wide flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening 5 mm to the LH side of the slot. Releasing the liftgate latch and opening the liftgate.
   Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver