Lincoln Navigator: Body Closures / Power Liftgate Motor. Removal and Installation

Removal

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

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

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

1. Remove the rear lamp assembly.
   Refer to: Rear Lamp Assembly (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Detach the wire harness retainer and disconnect the electrical connector.
   

1. NOTICE: Support the liftgate before removing the power liftgate motor. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage to the components.

   NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

   
   Remove the power liftgate motor.
   
   1. Route the power liftgate motor electrical harness through the body.
      
   2. Remove the clips holding the power liftgate motor.
      

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

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