Ford Explorer: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Rear Spoiler
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Open the rear tail gate.
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Release the clips and remove the upper liftgate trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Disconnect the washer hoses and electrical connector.
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Remove the spoiler to liftgate fasteners.
Torque:
53 lb.in (6 Nm)
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Disengage the retainer clips.
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Remove the spoiler assembly.
Vehicle with police package
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Remove the spoiler assembly.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Using a non-marring trim tool disengage the W-clip fastener..
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Transmission Jack
Wooden Block
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Body
The body consists of the following:
Front frame rails constructed of high-strength aluminum
Rear frame rails constructed of Boron ultra high-strength steel
Fender reinforcement tube constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 800 high-strength steel
Cast aluminum fender apron assembly
Liftgate outer panel constructed of mild steel
Body structure constructed of Boron, ..
Categories
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from
outside your vehicle. The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed
ignition key that operates all the locks and starts your vehicle, as well as a remote
control.

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