Lincoln Nautilus: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Rear Spoiler. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may include installation details.
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Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connectors and washer hose.
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Remove the screws.
Torque:
18 lb.in (2.0 Nm)
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Disengage the clips from the liftgate at the lower corners of the spoiler on both sides.
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NOTE:
Liftgate inner panel not shown for clarity.
Remove the a-corn nuts.
Torque:
55 lb.in (6.2 Nm)
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NOTE:
Spoiler outer panel not shown for clarity.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to exert above normal force to disengage the retainer clips from the liftgate.
Disengage the retainer clips by pushing upward along the back edge of the spoiler assembly.
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Using a non-marring trim tool detach foam tape along lower edge of spoiler.
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Remove the spoiler assembly.
Installation
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Clean the liftgate glass.
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Apply two-sided foam tape (obtain locally) if reusing existing spoiler.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
If equipped, remove the pushpins and remove the deflector...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may include installation details.
Lower the headliner assembly.
Refer to: Headliner - Lowering (501-05)
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Other information:
DTC Charts
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
BCM
DTC Chart
DTC
Description
Action
B12E8:11
Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch: Circuit Short To Gro..
Removal
Remove the front seat cushion cover and foam as an assembly.
Refer to: Front Seat Cushion Cover (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Front Seat Backrest Cover - Vehicles With: Black Label
Trim/Multi-Contour Seats (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and
Installation).
Lift the edge of the front seat cushion blower motor air duct and remove the scre..