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.

Open the liftgate.
Remove the 4 liftgate trim panel screws.
Release the 8 liftgate trim panel retaining clips.

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Trim Panel Retaining Clips
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: If equipped with a rear wiper, the rear glass must be open.

Remove the liftgate trim panel.

NOTE: To avoid damage to the liftgate trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach to the liftgate trim panel before installing.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.