Ford Fiesta: Body Closures / Liftgate. Removal and Installation

Ford Fiesta 2014 - 2019 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body Closures / Liftgate. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Lower the headliner.
Refer to: Headliner - 5-Door (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).

Disconnect the electrical connector, detach the wiring harness retainers and route the wiring harness out of the liftgate.

Remove the grommets and route the harness out of the liftgate.

NOTICE: Support the liftgate before disconnecting the liftgate struts. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage to the liftgate.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
On both sides.
Remove the clips holding the liftgate struts and position the liftgate struts aside.

NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the bolts and the liftgate.
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Check the alignment and correct if necessary.
Refer to: Liftgate Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

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Wheels and Tires. Diagnosis and Testing

Preliminary Inspection

Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent, Refer to the Symptom Chart: NVH.
To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect inflation and uneven wear, which may indicate a need for balancing, rotation or front suspension alignment.
Correct tire pressure and driving techniques have an important influence on tire life. Heavy cornering, excessively rapid acceleration and unnecessary sharp braking increase tire wear.

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