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
Two Leg Puller
Removal
NOTICE:
Make sure that the motor is in the park position.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Pivot the cover to access the wiper pivot arm nut.
Remove the rear widow wiper pivot arm nut.
Torque:
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Removal
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
NOTICE:
Precise tolerances are required when manufacturing a
steering column. Never install a repaired, rebuilt, aftermarket, or
remanufactured steering column. Always install a new steering column.
Failure to follow this direction can result in steering column ..