Scuff Plate Trim Panel - Rear: Removal

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

NOTE: To avoid damage to the scuff plate trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the scuff plate trim panel before installation.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Door Scuff Plate Trim Panel

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the rear door scuff plate trim panel by lifting on the rear inside lip of the scuff plate trim panel and lift the scuff plate trim panel enough to release the rear retaining clip from the body. Lift the front inside lip of the scuff plate trim panel and lift the scuff plate trim panel to release the front retaining clip. Remove the scuff plate trim panel.
If any of the scuff plate trim panel retaining clips stay attached to the body, release the retaining clip from the body. Attach the retaining clip to the scuff plate trim panel before installation.

Fig 2: Releasing Retaining Clip From Body
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.