Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.

Fig 1: Locating Safety Belt D-Ring Bolt Cover

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the safety belt D-ring bolt cover.
Remove the safety belt bolt.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Safety Belt Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to QUARTER TRIM PANEL .
Position the rear door opening weatherstrip aside.
Release the C-pillar coat hook by inserting a small flat screwdriver in the slot at the base of the coat hook.

Fig 3: Locating C-Pillar Coat Hook
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the coat hook.
- For LH coat hook, twist clockwise.
- For RH coat hook, twist counterclockwise.
Remove the C-pillar trim panel bolt.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

NOTE: To avoid damage to the C-pillar trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the C-pillar trim panel before installing.

Remove the C-pillar trim panel by pulling straight outward to release the retaining clips.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.