Ford Explorer: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Trim Panel

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

1. Release the clips and remove the liftgate center upper trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Release the clips in the order shown from the inside edge and remove the liftgate RH upper trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Release the clips in the order shown from the inside edge and remove the liftgate LH upper trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. 
   Remove the liftgate lower trim panel.
   
   1. Release the upper clips.
      Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
   2. Release the middle clips.
      Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
   3. Release the lower clips.
      Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
   4. If equipped.
      Disconnect the liftgate door lock control switch electrical connector.
      

Installation

1. NOTE: Transfer parts as necessary.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.