Ford Explorer: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Front Door Moulding

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Front Door Moulding

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Interior Trim Remover

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: LH door shown, RH door similar.

Using a non-marring trim tool, disengage the retainers attaching moulding to the door.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

Remove and discard the moulding.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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