Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the liftgate trim panel. For additional information, refer to LIFTGATE TRIM PANEL .
- Disconnect the liftgate latch electrical connectors.
- Remove and discard the 3 liftgate latch bolts.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
- Remove the liftgate latch.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.