Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Switch
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the liftgate moulding.
Refer to: Liftgate Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the liftgate release switch.
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Disconnect the liftgate release switch electrical connector.
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Release the retaining tabs and remove the liftgate release switch.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Repair individual liftgate lock cylinder by discarding the
inoperative liftgate lock cylinder and building a new liftgate lock
cylinder using the appropriate lock repair service kit..
Removal
NOTE:
Base vehicle shown, Police vehicle similar.
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
All vehicles
Remove the rear door window regulator and moto..
Other information:
A - Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery.
B - Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check.
C - Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick.
D - Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check.
E - Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses.
F - Engine coolant reservoir cap...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-002
(TOOL-4201-C)
Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
205-153
(T80T-4000-W)
Handle
303-050
(T70P-6000)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-096
(T74P-6150-A)
Installer, Camshaft Front Oil SealTKIT-2009TC-F
303-103
(T74P-6375-A)
Holding Tool, FlywheelT74P-77000-ATKIT-2009TC-F
303-1252Stretchy Belt Remover/ Inst..
Categories
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could
reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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