Ford Ecosport: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Liftgate
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Open the liftgate.
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Remove the LH loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connector and detach the wire harness retainers.
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Disconnect the rear washer hose.
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Route the liftgate wiring harness through the body.
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Mark the location of the liftgate hinge bolts.
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Remove the clip holding the liftgate strut and position aside.
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NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the bolts and the liftgate.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Inspect the body-to-liftgate door dimensions. Align the liftgate as necessary.
Refer to: Liftgate Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the hood...
Removal
Open the liftgate.
Remove the liftgate strut.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Other information:
Programming
NOTE:
This procedure works only if the spare key programming is enabled.
NOTE:
Two previously programmed keys are required to perform this
procedure. All the steps must be completed within 30 seconds.
NOTE:
Make sure all the doors are closed prior to beginning this
procedure and they remain closed until the procedure is complete...
Nearly all engines consume oil, which is essential for
normal lubrication of the cylinder bore walls and pistons and rings.
Determining the level of oil consumption may require testing by
recording how much oil is being added over a given set of miles...