Ford Ecosport Owners and Service Manuals

Ford Ecosport: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Liftgate

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

  1. Open the liftgate.
  1. Remove the LH loadspace trim panel.
    Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
    1. Disconnect the electrical connector and detach the wire harness retainers.
    1. Disconnect the rear washer hose.
    1. Route the liftgate wiring harness through the body.
  1. Mark the location of the liftgate hinge bolts.
  1. Remove the clip holding the liftgate strut and position aside.
  1. NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

    Remove the bolts and the liftgate.
    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  1. Inspect the body-to-liftgate door dimensions. Align the liftgate as necessary.
    Refer to: Liftgate Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

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    Removal

    NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

    With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
    Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
    If equipped, remove the bolts and the underbody shield.

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