Liftgate Latch

LIFTGATE LATCH

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel.







3. Remove the air escape vent panel.
1 Remove the pin-type retainers.
2 Remove the air escape vent panel.

4. Remove the watershield.







5. Disconnect the liftgate latch release rod from the liftgate latch remote control.
1 Open the clip.
2 Disconnect the liftgate latch release rod.







6. Remove the liftgate latch.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector.
3 Remove the liftgate latch and the liftgate release rod.

INSTALLATION

1. NOTE:
- If installation of a new liftgate latch release rod is necessary, be sure to match the color coded rods for correct installation.
- Make sure the liftgate latch release rod is not preloading the latch. It should be clipped in a relaxed state with no slack.
- Position the liftgate latch release rod by pushing outboard to remove the slack.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- If necessary, use Multi-Purpose Grease Spray F5AZ-19G209-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M1C159-A to lubricate the latches.