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501-16 Wipers and Washers > < Door Latch Remote Control
Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Liftgate Lock Cylinder—3-Door/4-Door/5-Door Focus RS 2003 (09/2002-)
Removal and Installation

Removal

  1. Remove the liftgate latch.
    For additional information, refer to Liftgate Latch in this section.

  1. File down the liftgate lock cylinder housing to expose the spring and plunger.

  1. Remove the spring and plunger. Discard the spring.

  1. Remove the liftgate lock cylinder.

Installation

  1. Using an M6 tap, cut a thread into the lock cylinder housing.

  1. Install the liftgate lock cylinder.
  1. Install the plunger.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Use loctite sealer on the top two threads below the screw head.
    Install an M6 by 6.5mm screw to secure the plunger.

  1. Install the liftgate latch.

  1. Install the liftgate latch electrical connector.

  1. Install the liftgate trim panel.

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