Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Front Door
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
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Open the door.
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Remove the check arm bolt.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Disconnect the door electrical connectors.
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Remove the bolts.
Use the General Equipment: Door Lift
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Remove the door.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Check the alignment and correct if necessary.
Refer to: Front Door Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Inspection
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Inspect the body-to-rear door dimensions...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Open the door...
Other information:
Removal
Place the roof opening panel glass in the fully OPEN position.
Disconnect the air deflector wire.
Push metal rod down to unclip rod from plastic clips.
Pull the air deflector rod out and slightly upward and detach the from the clips...
Overview
The
active grille shutter system is primarily used to improve fuel economy
by reducing aerodynamic drag while the vehicle is moving. It is also
used to shorten engine warm-up time, which increases engine efficiency
and provides faster heat delivery to the vehicle cabin...