Ford Escape: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - Front Door Moulding
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH door shown, RH door similar.
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NOTE:
Do not use excessive force when removing retainers, to avoid damage to moulding.
Using a non-marring trim tool, disengage the retainers attaching moulding to the door.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the moulding.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Repair
NOTE:
Mouldings located on the front and rear window frames may
experience minor scratches from vehicle shipment or car wash racks. The
imperfections may be repaired instead of replacing components by
following the steps below...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH similar.
All vehicles
Remove the exterior mirror...
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hog Ring Plier
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
Remove the rear seat.
Refer to: Rear Seat (501-10B Rear Seats, Removal and Installation).
Release the retaining tabs and remove the lower child safety seat tether anchor bezels...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Trolley Jack
Wooden Block
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 - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...