Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Make sure the liftgate window glass is in the raised position.

Remove the liftgate trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Disconnect the liftgate window latch.
1. Disconnect the liftgate window latch ajar switch electrical connector.
2. Open the clip and disconnect the actuating rod.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Actuating Rod & Liftgate Window Latch Ajar Switch Electrical Connector
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Mark the position of the liftgate window latch prior to removing the liftgate window latch bolts.

Remove the 2 bolts and the liftgate window latch.
- To install, tighten to:
  - 5 Nm (44 lb-in)(vehicles built through 10/2005)
  - 12 Nm (9 lb-ft)(vehicles built after 10/2005)
    
    Fig 2: Locating Liftgate Window Latch Bolts
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The liftgate window latch must be checked to make sure the latch is installed and aligned correctly.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.