Lincoln Aviator: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Exterior Rear Door Handle
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the rear door window regulator and motor.
Refer to: Rear Door Window Regulator and Motor (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
Rear door shown transparent for clarity.
Remove the aft rear door glass run and bracket.
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Remove the bolts from the aft rear door glass run and bracket.
Torque:
93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)
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Remove the aft rear door glass run and bracket.
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NOTE:
Rear door shown transparent for clarity.
Disconnect the exterior rear door handle electrical connector and position the wiring harness aside.
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Remove the exterior rear door handle reinforcement adhesive tape covers.
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NOTE:
Rear door shown transparent for clarity.
Remove the exterior rear door handle and the exterior rear door handle reinforcement.
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Remove the exterior rear door handle reinforcement nuts.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
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Remove the exterior rear door handle reinforcement nut.
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Remove the exterior rear door handle.
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Remove the exterior rear door handle gaskets.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Carry out the power door window initialization.
Refer to: Power Door Window Initialization (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front door window regulator and motor...
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear door window regulator and motor...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCM
B11C4:23
Boot/Trunk Close Button: Signal Stuck Low
GO to Pinpoint Test C
BCM
B1219:11
Interior Boot/Trunk Release Switch: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
BCM
B12E8:23
Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch: Signal Stuck Low
GO to Pinpoint Test C
BCM
B144C:23
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Outer Handle Switch: Signal Stuck Low
GO to Pinpoint Test C
BCM
B1495:11
Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test J
BCM
B1495:49
Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:Internal Electronic Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test J
BCM
B1495:55
Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:Not Configured
GO to Pinpoint Test P
RGTM
B12E8:11
Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch:Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
RGTM
B144D:29
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 1: Signal Invalid
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B144E:29
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 2: Signal Invalid
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B144F:11
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B144F:12
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B144F:13
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B144F:79
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Mechanical Linkage Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1451:29
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Centering Position Switch: Signal Invalid
GO to Pinpoint Test D
RGTM
B1452:11
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test A
RGTM
B1452:13
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test A
RGTM
B1453:29
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch: Signal Invalid
GO to Pinpoint Test D
RGTM
B1454:11
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Left Pinch Strip: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test G
RGTM
B1454:13
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Left Pinch Strip: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test G
RGTM
B1455:11
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Right Pinch Strip: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test G
RGTM
B1455:13
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Right Pinch Strip: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test G
RGTM
B145D:11
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Power Cinch Striker Motor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test D
RGTM
B145D:12
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Power Cinch Striker Motor: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
RGTM
B145D:13
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Power Cinch Striker Motor: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
RGTM
B1495:02
Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:General Signal Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test J
RGTM
B1495:08
Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:Bus Signal/Message Failures
GO to Pinpoint Test J
RGTM
B1515:77
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk:Commanded Position Not Reachable
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1515:97
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk:Component Or System Operation Obstructed Or Blocked
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1555:29
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 4: Signal Invalid
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1556:29
Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 3: Signal Invalid
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1557:11
Power Liftgate/Decklid Driver Motor 2: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1557:12
Power Liftgate/Decklid Driver Motor 2: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
B1557:13
Power Liftgate/Decklid Driver Motor 2: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
C1B14:11
Sensor Supply Voltage A: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
C1B15:11
Sensor Supply Voltage B:Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
P0A2F:4B
Drive Motor "A" Over Temperature:Over Temperature
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
P0A35:4B
Drive Motor "B" Over Temperature:Over Temperature
GO to Pinpoint Test B
RGTM
U0101:87
Lost Communication with TCM: Missing Message
GO to Pinpoint Test K
RGTM
U0140:87
Lost Communication With Body Control Module: Missing Message
GO to Pinpoint Test L
RGTM
U0294:87
Lost Communication With Powertrain Control Monitor Module: Missing Message
GO to Pinpoint Test M
RGTM
U201A:55
Control Module Main Calibration Data:Not Configured
GO to Pinpoint Test Q
RGTM
U2300:56
Central Configuration:Invalid/Incompatible Configuration
GO to Pinpoint Test Q
RGTM
U3000:49
Control Module:Internal Electronic Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test Q
RGTM
U3003:16
Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold
GO to Pinpoint Test N
RGTM
U3003:17
Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold
GO to Pinpoint Test O
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart: Power Liftgate
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Note: Do not exceed the trailer weight
for your vehicle configuration listed in
the chart below.
Note: Be sure to take into consideration
trailer frontal area. Do not exceed 55 ft²
(5.11 m²) if your vehicle can tow a class
III trailer.
Note: Your vehicle could have reduced
performance when operating at high
altitudes and when heavily loaded or
towing a trailer...
Categories
The front outboard and rear safety restraints
in the vehicle are combination lap and
shoulder belts.
Insert the belt tongue into the proper
buckle (the buckle closest to the direction
the tongue is coming from) until you hear
a snap and feel it latch. Make sure that
you securely fasten the tongue in the
buckle.

To unfasten, press the release button
and remove the tongue from the buckle.
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