Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.

Remove the safety belt D-ring cover and remove the safety belt bolt.
- To install, tighten to 53 Nm (39 lb-ft).

Fig 1: Safety Belt D-Ring Cover

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the pin-type retainer and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.
Position the liftgate weatherstrip aside.
If equipped, remove the cargo net hold-down.

NOTE: Insert a tape-wrapped screwdriver between the D-pillar trim panel and rear quarter trim panel to release the trim panel.

Remove the rear quarter trim panel.
Position the rear door weatherstrip aside.
Remove the cover, the bolt and the C-pillar trim panel.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.