Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Latch

Lincoln Aviator: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Latch

Removal

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

Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).

Remove the liftgate latch bolts.
Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

NOTE: Liftgate shown transparent for clarity.

Remove the liftgate latch.
1. Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connector(s).
1. Remove the liftgate latch.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Keyless Entry Keypad

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Specifications

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Children and Airbags

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.

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