Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2004)
Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair
TAILGATE LATCH REMOTE CONTROL
REMOVAL
1. Remove the tailgate trim panel.
1
Remove the screws.
2
Remove the pin-type retainers
2. NOTE: Make sure the tailgate latch release rod is not preloading the latch. It should be clipped in a relaxed state with no slack.
Release the tailgate latch actuating rods from the remote control.
