Ford Escape Quiz
Body and Paint

Removal and Installation - Liftgate Latch

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General Information — 26Chassis — 160Powertrain — 323Electrical — 356Body and Paint — 290
5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
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Removal

  1. Remove the liftgate trim panel.
    Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
  2. Remove the liftgate latch bolts.
    Torque: 177 lb-in (20 N·m)

  3. Remove the liftgate latch.
    1. Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.
    1. Remove the liftgate latch.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. If equipped. Perform power liftgate initialization.
    Refer to: Power Liftgate Initialization (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

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