Ford Explorer: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Front Door
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
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Open the door.
Vehicles with police package
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Remove the check arm bolt and position aside the check arm and tether strap.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
Vehicles without Police package
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Remove the check arm bolt and position aside the check arm.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
All Vehicles
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Disconnect the front door electrical connector.
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NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the door hinge pivot bolts.
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the door.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Check the door-to-body alignment. Align the door as necessary.
Refer to: Front Door Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Adjustment
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
All alignments
Open the rear door...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Open the door...
Other information:
DTC Chart: DDM
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
DTC
Description
Action
B11F6:01
Driver Folding Mirror Motor: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test E
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Removal
Remove the glove compartment.
Refer to: Glove Compartment (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Remove the screws and the driver temperature door actuator.
Disconnect the electrical connector...
Categories
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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