Ford Fiesta: Body Closures / Liftgate. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Lower the headliner.
Refer to: Headliner - 5-Door (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connector, detach the wiring
harness retainers and route the wiring harness out of the liftgate.
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Remove the grommets and route the harness out of the liftgate.
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NOTICE:
Support the liftgate before disconnecting the
liftgate struts. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage
to the liftgate.
NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
On both sides.
Remove the clips holding the liftgate struts and position the liftgate struts aside.
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NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the bolts and the liftgate.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the alignment and correct if necessary.
Refer to: Liftgate Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the check arm bolt...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the pin-type retainers and the luggage compartment lid trim panel...
Other information:
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).
DTC Chart: BCM
BCM
DTC Chart
DTC
Description
Action
B1098:11
Left Posit..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Trolley Jack
Wooden Block
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Remove the retainers and the th..
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Preliminary Inspection
Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a
smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent, Refer to the Symptom
Chart: NVH.
To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect
inflation and uneven wear, which may indicate a need for balancing,
rotation or front suspension alignment.
Correct tire pressure and driving techniques have an
important influence on tire life. Heavy cornering, excessively rapid
acceleration and unnecessary sharp braking increase tire wear.
Correct
tire pressure and driving techniques have an important influence on
tire life. Heavy cornering, exce
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