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)...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may installation details.
Remove the floor console upper trim panel.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Remove the RH cover and..
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern.
Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Damaged or contaminated accessory drive belt
Damaged or contaminated pulley(s)
Incorrect accessory drive belt
Incorrect fitment of t..