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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  2. Remove the liftgate latch screws.
    Fig 1: Removing Liftgate Latch Screws
    G02774421Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Release the liftgate latch cable locators.
    Fig 2: Releasing Liftgate Latch Cable Locators
    G02774422Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position the liftgate latch aside.
  5. Remove the liftgate latch.
    1. Disconnect the door ajar switch electrical connector.
    2. Remove the liftgate latch cable cover.
    3. Release the cable conduit and the cable.
      Fig 3: Removing Liftgate Latch
      G02774423Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: Transfer parts as necessary.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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