Removal And Installation: Liftgate: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Lincoln Nautilus. 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.
- Remove the liftgate upper trim panel.
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NOTE: Liftgate side trim panels removed for clarity.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Remove the retainers.
- Remove the grommets and route the harness out of the liftgate.
- Remove the rear washer hose.
- Remove the retainer.
- Disconnect the rear washer hose and route through the liftgate.
- Mark the location of the liftgate hinge bolts.
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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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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)