Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / General Procedures - Door Latch Lubrication
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Materials
Name |
Specification |
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A |
ESB-M1C93-B
|
Activation
NOTE:
Typical left front door shown, others similar.
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Open the door.
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Using a flat blade screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).
Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
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NOTICE:
Do not over-lubricate the latch. Using excessive grease may damage the internal lock motor.
Spray the multi-purpose grease into the opening on the door latch for approximately 5 seconds.
Material: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
/ XL-5-A
(ESB-M1C93-B)
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NOTE:
Some exterior door handles are operated mechanically
while other exterior door handles are operated electronically.
Open the latch using the exterior door handle.
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Open and close the door several times to circulate the lubricant inside the latch.
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Open the door.
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Wipe off any excess grease.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Informati..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Interior Trim Remover
Activation
Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim pane..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the roof opening panel fixed glass.
Refer to: Roof Opening Panel Fixed Glass (501-17 Roof Opening Panel, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
The orientation of the blind must be the same as
when removed...
Repair
NOTE:
Mouldings located on the front and rear window frames may
experience minor scratches from vehicle shipment or car wash racks. The
imperfections may be repaired instead of replacing components by
following the steps below.
NOTE:
Scratches deep enough to cause a thumb nail to catch cannot be repaired and the component must be replaced...
Categories
When these locks are set, you cannot open the rear doors from the inside.
A child safety lock is on the rear edge of each rear door. You must set the child
safety lock separately on each door.
Left-Hand Side
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