Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / General Procedures - Liftgate Latch Manual Release

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / General Procedures - Liftgate Latch Manual Release

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 panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening and depress the cinch release button.
Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

Insert a 3.5 mm wide flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening 10 mm deep into the RH side of the slot.
Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

Slide the 3.5 mm wide flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening 5 mm to the LH side of the slot. Releasing the liftgate latch and opening the liftgate.
Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

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