Lincoln Navigator: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Liftgate Latch. Removal and Installation
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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Remove the liftgate latch.
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Disconnect the liftgate latch electrical connectors.
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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).
Removal
NOTE:
Short wheelbase shown, long wheelbase similar.
Position the liftgate weatherstrip aside.
Release the clips and remove the liftgate scuff plate trim panel...
Removal
Remove the reversing lamp assembly.
Refer to: Reversing Lamp (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the coaxial cable connector...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-002
(TOOL-4201-C)
Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
205-001
(TOOL-4000-E)
Spreader, Differential Carrier
205-335
(T93P-4000-A)
Spreader, Differential Housing (Plate)TKIT-1993-FLMTKIT-1993-LMTKIT-1996-F/FM
205-368
(T96T-4000-A)
Adapter for Differential Housing SpreaderTKIT-1998-LM (NavigatoR..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
6.5 mm Drill Bit
Polydrive Bit Socket
Rivet Gun
Self-Piercing Rivet (SPR) Remover/Installer
Belt Sander
Hot Air Gun
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B, Henkel Teroson EP 5055
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Seam SealerT..