Lincoln Aviator: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - A-Pillar Moulding
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTICE:
Only use moderate force.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH similar.
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Using a non-marring trim removal tool disengage the
retainer clips starting approximately 9 inches from the top.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Slide the trim tool downwards and pry outward to disengage the clips.
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
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NOTE:
The component should be reused unless damaged.
NOTE:
Remove any clips that stay attached to the bracket when removed.
Release the clips and remove the A-pillar Moulding.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Repair
NOTE:
Mouldings located on the front and rear window frames may
experience minor scratches from vehicle shipment or car wash racks. The
imperfections may be repaired instead of replacing components by
following the steps below...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH door shown, RH door similar.
NOTE:
Do not use excessive force when removing retainers, to avoid damage to moulding...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Front door mid range speaker
Separate the wiring harness guide, remove the screws and the front door mid range speaker
Torque:
22 lb...
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
RGTM
2
Front Power Liftgate Switch
3
Exterior Liftgate Release Switch
4
Anti-Pinch Switches
5
BCM
6
Left/Right Power Liftgate Motors
7
Power Liftgate Latch
8
Cinch Motor
9
Latch/Cinch Switches
10
Hands-Free Liftgate Actuation Module
11
Hands-Free Liftgate Actuation Sensors
12
Rear Interior Power Liftgate Switch
13
GWM
14
IPC
15
GWM
16
ACM
17
Release Motor
18
Motor
19
Position Sensor
Network Message Chart
RGTM Network Input Messages
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Liftgate request
BCM
Used by the RGTM to open/close the liftgate when the BCM receives a valid request from a programmed RKE transmitter or the passive entry feature...