Rear Door Check Arm: 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.

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

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

Open the rear door.

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Remove the check arm bolt.
Torque: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm)

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Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel .
NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

Remove the rear door speaker.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts and the speaker.
  Torque: 12 lb.in (1.3 Nm)
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NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

Remove the rear door check arm cover.

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NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

Remove the rear door check arm nuts.

Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

Remove the rear door check arm assembly.

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