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Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Strut

Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Strut

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Pick Hook

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

  1. NOTICE: Support the liftgate before removing the power liftgate motor. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage to the components.

    Using a pick hook separate the clip and remove the power liftgate motor.
    Use the General Equipment: Pick Hook

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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