Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Strut
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
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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
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
On both sides...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Pick Hook
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the LH C-pillar trim panel...
Other information:
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems
Check the valve stems for holes,
cracks, or cuts that could permit
air leakage.
Tire Rotation
WARNING: If the tire label
shows different tire pressures for
the front and rear tires and the
vehicle has a tire pressure
monitoring system, then you
need to update the settings for
the system sensors...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Scraper for Straight Edges
Hot Air Gun
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Flexible Foam Repair3M™ 08463, LORD Fusor® 121
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Remo..