Ford Explorer: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Rear Gate Trunk Module (RGTM)

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Rear Gate Trunk Module (RGTM)

Removal

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

  1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

    NOTE: The PMI process must begin with the current RGTM installed. If the current RGTM does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, the tool may prompt for As-Built Data as part of the repair. Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the RGTM following the on-screen instructions.

    Remove the LH D-pillar trim panel.
    Refer to: D-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
    Refer to: D-Pillar Trim Panel - Police (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
  1. Disconnect the electrical connectors and position aside the electrical harness.
  1. Remove the nuts and remove the RGTM.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component. Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the RGTM following the on-screen instructions.

    Carry-out the power liftgate initialization.
    Refer to: Power Liftgate Initialization (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

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    Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. NOTE: LH side shown, RH similar. Open the door. Remove the check ..

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