Ford Escape: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Rear Spoiler

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

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

1. Open the rear tail gate.
   

1. Release the clips and remove the upper liftgate trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Disconnect the electrical connector and detach the antenna button.
   

1. Remove the spoiler to liftgate fasteners.
   Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

1. Remove the fasteners.
   Torque: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

1. Detach the grommets and harness retainer clip.
   

1. • Remove the spoiler assembly.
     
   • Disconnect the electrical connector and washer hose.
     

Installation

1. NOTE: Make sure to reconnect the washer hose and electrical Connector before re-installing the High Mounted Stoplamp and Spoiler.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.