Ford Escape: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Trim Panel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Release the clips and remove the liftgate center upper trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips and remove the liftgate RH upper trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips and remove the liftgate LH upper trim panel.
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Release the tabs and remove the liftgate lower trim panel screws cover.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the liftgate lower trim panel screws.
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Remove the liftgate lower trim panel.
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Release the liftgate lower trim panel clips.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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If equipped.
Disconnect the power liftgate lower switch electrical connector.
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Disconnect the liftgate lower trim panel interior lamp electrical connector.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Pick Hook
Interior Trim Remover
Remove the following items:
On both sides.
Remove the A-pillar trim panel...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Overview
NOTICE:
Do not use leaded fuel in a vehicle equipped with a
catalytic converter. In a vehicle that is continually misfueled, the
lead in the fuel will be deposited in the catalytic converter and
completely blanket the catalyst. Lead reacts with platinum to "poison"
the catalyst...
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern.
Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Damaged or contaminated accessory drive belt
Damaged or contaminated pulley(s)
Incorrect accessory drive belt
Incorrect fitment of the accessory drive belt
Generator
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