Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Interior Rear Door Handle
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
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Remove the rear trim panel.
Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the interior rear door handle.
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Disconnect the interior rear door handle electrical connector.
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Remove the interior rear door handle screws.
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Remove the interior rear door handle.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Release the retaining tabs and remove the rear door tweeter speaker.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal..
Removal
NOTE:
The keyless entry keypad is serviced as an assembly with the front door upper moulding.
Remove the front door upper moulding...
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Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the fuel filler door assembly.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door Assembly (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
Remove the fuel filler door spring...
Removal
Front Cable
Remove the hood latch.
Refer to: Hood Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Disconnect the hood latch release cable from the hood latch...
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Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
access key is inside your vehicle.

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