Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair
LIFTGATE WINDOW GLASS
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the rear window wiper motor.
2. Position the liftgate trim panel aside to access the liftgate window glass electrical connectors and the 2 liftgate window glass hinge-to-glass nuts.
3. Disconnect the liftgate window glass electrical connectors.
4. CAUTION: Open and support the liftgate window glass before removing the liftgate window glass struts.
Remove the liftgate window glass struts.
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To avoid breaking the liftgate window glass, disconnect the liftgate window glass struts from the liftgate window glass before disconnecting
the liftgate window glass struts from the rear liftgate.
5. Remove the 2 liftgate hinge-to-glass nuts.
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Apply threadlock into the liftgate window glass hinge-to-glass bolt hole, making sure that the threadlock is on the threads.
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To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
6. CAUTION: Be sure not to scratch the applique located at the bottom of the glass.
