Escape 2WD L4-2.5L (2009)
Removal and Installation
NOTE: The rear door window glass must be completely raised.
1. Remove rear door trim panel.
2. Position the water shield aside.
3. Remove the exterior rear door handle reinforcement. For additional information, refer to Door Handle Reinforcement - Exterior, Rear See: Rear
Door Handle/Rear Door Exterior Handle/Service and Repair/Door Handle Reinforcement - Exterior, Rear.
4. Remove and discard the 3 rear door latch bolts.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
5. Disconnect the rear door latch electrical connector.
6. Remove the rear door latch.
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Slide the rear door latch toward the front of the vehicle.
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Remove the rear door latch with the door lock actuating rod and the interior door handle actuating cable.
7. If necessary, remove the door lock actuating rod and the interior door handle actuating cable.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Lubricate the rear door latch to striker surfaces after installation.
