Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Cowl Panel Grille
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm.
Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the clips.
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Pull outward to release the locking clips and position
the upper portion of the cowl panel grille away from the A-pillar.
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Pull upward and remove the cowl panel grille.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting)
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Other information:
The modem has a SIM. The
modem was enabled when your
vehicle was built and periodically
sends messages to stay connected to the
cell phone network, receive automatic
software updates and send vehicle-related
information to us, for example diagnostic
information...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Interior Trim Remover
Activation
Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver through the access cover opening and depress the cinch release button...