Lincoln Aviator: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Latch
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the liftgate latch bolts.
Torque:
177 lb.in (20 Nm)
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NOTE:
Liftgate shown transparent for clarity.
Remove the liftgate latch.
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Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connector(s).
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Remove the liftgate latch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Carry out the power liftgate Initialization.
Refer to: Power Liftgate Initialization (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the luggage compartment floor covering.
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the liftgate moulding.
Refer to: Liftgate Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Argentina
Brazil
Djibouti
Ghana
Indonesia
Jamaica
Malaysia
RALM/61A/0318/S(18-0852)
Mauritania
Moldova
Morocco
Pakistan
Paraguay
Serbia
Singapore
South Africa
South Korea
R-CMM-DLH-L2C0065TR
Syria
Taiwan, China
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications
not expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment...
Removal
NOTICE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely
important. Any foreign material, including any material created while
cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages
or the oil pan, can cause engine failure...