Ford Escape: Bumpers / Removal and Installation - Rear Bumper
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
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Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Vehicles without trailer tow package
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With the help of an assistant.
Remove the nuts and the rear bumper.
Torque:
46 lb.ft (63 Nm)
Vehicles with trailer tow package
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Disconnect the trailor tow electrical connector.
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On both sides.
Remove the bolts.
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With the help of an assistant.
Remove the rear bumper.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Vehicles with trailer tow package
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With the help of an assistant, on both sides.
Install the rear bumper and hand tighten the bolts.
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With the help of an assistant, on both sides.
Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
Torque:
85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
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The kit consists of an air compressor to
re-inflate the tire and a canister of sealing
compound that will effectively seal most
punctures. This kit will provide a temporary
tire repair allowing you to drive your vehicle
up to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximum
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire
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Head Restraint Components
Center Head Restraint
The head restraint consists of:
An energy absorbing head
restraint.
Two steel stems.
Guide sleeve adjust and unlock
button.
Outermost Head Restraint
The head restraint consists of:
An energy absorbing head
restraint...