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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the liftgate trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  2. Remove the reversing lamp assembly. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
  3. Disconnect the liftgate actuator electrical connector.
    1. Release the wiring harness locator.
    2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Liftgate Actuator Electrical Connector
    G01595894Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the liftgate latch actuating rod.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Liftgate Latch Actuating Rod
    G01595895Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the nuts and the license plate housing.
    Fig 3: Removing Nuts And License Plate Housing
    G01595896Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.