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:
Removal
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Remove the brake flexible hose bracket bolt.
Disconnect the brake tube fitting and remove the brake hose clip...
Removal
NOTE:
Seat removed for clarity.
Position the front seat in the full rearward position.
Position the front seat in the full upward position.
Using a suitable hex wrench locate the access hole and
release the tab and position the front seat track motor upward...