Ford Ecosport: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Tailgate Release Handle
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the tailgate latch.
Refer to: Tailgate Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the tailgate release handle.
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Release the tailgate release handle.
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Remove the tailgate release handle.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Electronic Leak Detector
Inspection
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Use a Rotunda-approved Electronic Leak Detector for R-1234yf refrigerant SAE Certified to J2913.
NOTE:
Good ventilation is necessary in the area where electronic A/C
leak testing is to be carried out. If the surrounding air is
contaminated with refrigerant gas, the leak detect..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the headliner.
Refer to: Headliner (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the roof opening panel motor electrical connector.
Disconnect the roof opening panel drain hoses from the corners of the roof o..