Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Fender Splash Shield
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Remove the retainers.
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Remove the front fender moulding.
Refer to: Front Fender Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the retainers.
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Remove the fender splash shield.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cowl panel grille.
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the retainers and the hood insulation.
Detach the windshield washer hose coupling...
Other information:
Removal
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules...
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design...