Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Flex. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the LH rear quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Disconnect the Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) electrical connectors.

Fig 1: Locating Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the LTM retaining bolts and remove the LTM .
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Fig 2: Locating LTM Retaining Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Initialize the power liftgate. For additional information, refer to POWER LIFTGATE INITIALIZATION .