Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear wiper motor. For additional information, refer to WIPERS AND WASHERS .
Disconnect the two rear window defogger electrical connectors.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Rear Window Defogger Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the two liftgate support cylinders.
1. Remove the two E-clips.
2. Remove the two liftgate support cylinders.
Fig 2: Removing Liftgate Support Cylinders
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Remove the LH and RH nut and liftgate window glass.

Fig 3: Removing Nut And Liftgate Window Glass
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NOTE: Transfer components as necessary.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.