Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Latch
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the liftgate latch bolts.
Torque:
177 lb.in (20 Nm)
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NOTE:
Liftgate shown transparent for clarity.
Remove the liftgate latch.
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Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connector(s).
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Remove the liftgate latch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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If equipped. Carry out the power liftgate Initialization.
Refer to: Power Liftgate Initialization (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the keyless entry rear antenna...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Scraper for Straight Edges
Grinder
Hot Air Gun
Knife
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B, Henkel Teroson EP 5055
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Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Flexible Foam Repair3Mâ..
Item
Description
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Driver side register
2
In-vehicle temperature & humidity sensor
3
Driver side register air discharge temperature sensor
4
Sunload sensor
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Passenger side register air discharge temperature sensor
6
Passenger side register
7
Passenger side footwell air discharge temperature sensor
8
Center registers
9
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