Removal And Installation: Liftgate: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. 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 window glass. Refer to: Liftgate Window Glass .
Position the window glass weatherstrip aside.

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Release the clips and remove the liftgate upper trim panel.

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- Disconnect the electrical connectors and detach the wire harness retainer.
- Disconnect the rear washer hose and detach the hose retainer.
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1. Remove the grommet and route the rear washer hose out of the liftgate.
2. Remove the grommet and route the harness out of the liftgate.
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Mark the location of the liftgate hinge bolts.

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NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

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 bolts and the liftgate.

Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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