Door Latch Lubrication
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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
| Flat-Bladed Screwdriver |
|---|
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft ® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A | ESB-M1C93-B |
Activation
NOTE:
Typical left front door shown, others similar.
- Open the door.
- Using a flat blade screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks). Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
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NOTE: Do not over-lubricate the latch. Using excessive grease may damage the internal lock motor.
Spray the multi-purpose grease into the opening on the door latch for approximately 5 seconds.
Material: Motorcraft ® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / XL-5-A (ESB-M1C93-B)
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NOTE: Some exterior door handles are operated mechanically while other exterior door handles are operated electronically.
Open the latch using the exterior door handle.
- Open and close the door several times to circulate the lubricant inside the latch.
- Open the door.
- Wipe off any excess grease.