Ford Ecosport: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Luggage Compartment Lid Hinge
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the liftgate.
Refer to: Liftgate (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the liftgate upper hinge screw.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Remove the liftgate upper hinge nuts.
Torque:
17 lb.ft (23 Nm)
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Remove the bolts and liftgate hinge.
Torque:
26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the alignment and correct if necessary.
Refer to: Liftgate Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
Open the liftgate.
Remove the liftgate strut.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Door Lift
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or
damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a
painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Insulation
Insulation
is used as a sound-deadener to reduce exterior road and powertrain
noises from the interior of the vehicle. Mastic insulators are also used
as insulation. Insulation is installed:
under the roof.
above and below the instrument panel...