Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Rear Door
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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Open the door.
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Remove the rear door check arm bolt.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Disconnect the rear door electrical connectors.
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Remove the fastener.
Use the General Equipment: Door Lift
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Remove the fastener.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
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Remove the door.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Check the alignment and correct if necessary.
Refer to: Rear Door Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
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...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Open the rear door...
Other information:
General Specifications
Item
Specification
Plastic front fascia paint maximum thickness
12 mils (300 microns)
Plastic rear fascia paint maximum thickness
12 mils (300 microns)
General Specifications
Item
Specification
Plug Weld hole
8 m..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Remove the PTU.
NOTE:
The PTU actuator motor bolts are internal torx plus®
design. Use a TP30 driver bit to remove and..