Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the lower A-pillar trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
Disconnect the front door electrical connector at the A-pillar.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Door Connector

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the door check bolt.

Fig 2: Identifying Door Check Bolt

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NOTE: To minimize the possibility of cross threading, hand start all fasteners during the installation.

NOTE: To avoid damaging the door, this step requires an assistant.

With a wax pencil, mark the position of each hinge and remove the hinge-to-door bolts.
- To install, tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Hinge-To-Door Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the front door.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Upon installation, verify that door is aligned. For additional information, refer to BODY REPAIRS article.