Rear Bumper Cover: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
On both sides. Remove the pin-type retainers, the clip, the screw and position the wheel liner aside.
Torque: 15 lb.in (1.7 Nm)

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On both sides. Remove the screws.
Torque: 15 lb.in (1.7 Nm)

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NOTE: RH side only.

Disconnect the rear bumper harness electrical connector, detach the wiring harness retainers and remove the push pin.

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NOTE: LH side only.

Disconnect the rear bumper harness electrical connector, detach the wiring harness retainers and remove the push pin.

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Using the pliers squeeze the clips and position the strut aside. Use the General Equipment: Long Nose Pliers

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Remove the stud and washer.

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1. Remove the screws.
  Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
2. Remove the clips and the rear air deflector.
  Torque: 19 lb.in (2.2 Nm)
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Remove the pushpins, release the tabs and remove the bumper cover.

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With the help of an assistant. Remove the screws and the rear bumper cover.
Torque: 1.: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm) 2.: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

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Inspect the bumper reinforcements for damage to the bumper cover gripping surfaces.

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If required. Remove the screws and the damaged bracket.
Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)

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