Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Handle
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
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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Disconnect the liftgate release switch electrical connector.
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Remove the liftgate release handle bolts.
Torque:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
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Release the retaining tabs and remove the liftgate release handle.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the liftgate release switch.
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Release the liftgate release switch retaining tabs.
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Remove the liftgate release switch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the liftgate release switch...
Other information:
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be
within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal
clearance.
Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing...
Touch the button to access Charge Time
and Departure Time settings. Once set up,
additional information and settings are
displayed on the charge settings screen.
Charge Times On and Off Switch
This switch is visible when your vehicle is
at a saved Charge Times location...