Removal And Installation: Liftgate: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

1.

Remove the liftgate upper trim panel.

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2.

NOTE: Liftgate side trim panels removed for clarity.
1. 1.
  
  Disconnect the electrical connectors.
1. 2.
  
  Remove the retainers.

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3.

Remove the grommets and route the harness out of the liftgate.

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4.

Remove the rear washer hose.
1. 1.
  
  Remove the retainer.
1. 2.
  
  Disconnect the rear washer hose and route through the liftgate.

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5.

Mark the location of the liftgate hinge bolts.

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6.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

On both sides. Remove the clips holding the liftgate struts or the power liftgate motor and position aside.

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7.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Remove the liftgate bolts and remove the liftgate from the vehicle.

Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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