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Liftgate Trim Panel

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

    To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 

    Part Steps
    Liftgate trim panel 1-5
    Liftgate assist handle 2,3
    Fig 1: Removing Liftgate Trim Panel
    G03246999Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.