Liftgate Latch Manual Release

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Latch Access Cover

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Portions of the liftgate sheet metal are removed for clarity.

Vehicles with manual liftgate, press the liftgate latch manual release lever to the left to release the liftgate latch.

Fig 2: Pressing Liftgate Latch Manual Release Lever To Left To Release Liftgate Latch

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Portions of the liftgate sheet metal are removed for clarity.

Vehicles with power liftgate, press the liftgate latch manual release lever down to release the liftgate latch.

Fig 3: Pressing Liftgate Latch Manual Release Lever Down To Release Liftgate Latch

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.