Lincoln Navigator: Body Closures / Power Liftgate Motor. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
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Remove the loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the rear lamp assembly.
Refer to: Rear Lamp Assembly (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
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Detach the wire harness retainer and disconnect the electrical connector.
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NOTICE:
Support the liftgate before removing the power
liftgate motor. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage to
the components.
NOTE:
This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the power liftgate motor.
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Route the power liftgate motor electrical harness through the body.
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Remove the clips holding the power liftgate motor.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Carry out the power liftgate initialization.
Refer to: Power Liftgate Initialization (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
Remove the liftgate.
Refer to: Liftgate (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Door Lift
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar...
Other information:
Nearly all engines consume oil, which is essential for
normal lubrication of the cylinder bore walls and pistons and rings.
Determining the level of oil consumption may require testing by
recording how much oil is being added over a given set of miles...
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary...