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
Open the glove compartment and remove the check strap.
Fully lower the glove compartment.
Lift glove compartment off hinge piviot.
Remove the bolts and the glove compartment close out...
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the interior front door trim panel upper finish panel...