Escape 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
6. Position aside the lower B-pillar trim panel.
7. Loosen the rear door hinge-to-body bolts inside at the inside B-pillar.
8. Loosen, but do not remove, the lower rear door hinge-to-body fasteners enough to allow door alignment.
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9. Adjust the door.
10. Tighten the door fasteners.
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Tighten the rear door hinge-to-rear door fasteners to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
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Tighten the rear door hinge-to-body fasteners to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
11. Install and adjust the door striker as necessary.
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Tighten the door latch striker plate bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.