Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Switch
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the liftgate moulding.
Refer to: Liftgate Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the liftgate release switch.
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Disconnect the liftgate release switch electrical connector.
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Release the retaining tabs and remove the liftgate release switch.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
IPTV Free Trial Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Repair individual liftgate lock cylinder by discarding the
inoperative liftgate lock cylinder and building a new liftgate lock
cylinder using the appropriate lock repair service kit..
Removal
NOTE:
Base vehicle shown, Police vehicle similar.
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
All vehicles
Remove the rear door window regulator and moto..
Other information:
Check
Functional Test - Seatbelt Buckle and Tongue
WARNING:
All seatbelt components must be inspected and corrected
as part of any collision repair. Inspect all seatbelt components as
prescribed by Seatbelt Procedure After a Collision found in Section
501-20A General Procedures of this manual...
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Ultra Silicone SealantTA-29
WSS-M4G323-A8
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Categories
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could
reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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