Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Fuel Filler Door Latch
Removal
NOTE:
The fuel filler door latch is serviced with the fuel filler door assembly.
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Remove the fuel filler door assembly.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door Assembly (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the air cleaner inlet pipe.
Refer to: Air Cleaner Intake Pipe (303-12C Intake Air Distribution and Filtering, Removal and Installation)...
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...
(If Equipped)
Engine Block Heater Precautions
WARNING: Failure to follow engine
block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury.
WARNING: Do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters...