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:
Removal
Remove the instrument panel center finish panel.
Refer to: Instrument Panel Center Finish Panel (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Pust the tabs and remove the trailer brake control switch...
Removal
NOTE:
DSM (driver front seat module) shown, SCMB (front passenger seat control module) is similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component...