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Liftgate Trim Panel

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NOTE: Non-powered liftgate shown, powered liftgate similar.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Liftgate Trim Panel
GF0030667Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 - Liftgate lower trim panel screw (4 required)
2 46404 Liftgate lower trim panel
3 - Liftgate lower trim panel retainer (11 required)
4 42410 Liftgate upper trim panel
5 - Liftgate upper trim panel retainer (7 required)
  1. Remove the power liftgate rod-to-liftgate cover and nut, if equipped.
    • To install, tighten to 11 N.m (8 lb-ft).
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Strut From Liftgate
    GF0030643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the liftgate lower trim panel.
    • Remove the 4 screws.
    • Remove the liftgate lower trim panel.
  4. Fig 3: Locating Screws On Liftgate Lower Trim Panel
    GF0030668Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the liftgate upper trim panel.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.