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Does anyone know if it's possible to remove the rear tailgate door completely? I know that its possible but how hard is it? the hinges look a bit complicated, would anyone care to share how its done? thanks
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501-03 Body Closures | 2022 - 2023 Bronco |
Removal and Installation | Procedure revision date: 01/4/2023 |
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Thank you! i looked everywhere, where did you find this?Tailgate
501-03 Body Closures 2022 - 2023 BroncoRemoval and Installation Procedure revision date: 01/4/2023
Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
Removal
Interior Trim Remover
NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Remove the nuts and the spares wheel.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)
- Open the tailgate.
- Release the clips and remove the loadspace scuff plate trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
- Pull the rear edge of the load space trim panel enough to detach the tailgate wiring harness electrical connector.
- Disconnect the tailgate wiring harness electrical connector and detach the wiring retainers.
- Remove the fasteners and the tailgate hinge cover.
- Mark the location of the tailgate hinge to aid in installation.
- Remove the clip holding the tailgate strut and position aside.
- NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
Remove the bolts and the tailgate.
Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
- If required.
Remove the bolts and the tailgate hinge.
Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)Installation
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Align the tailgate as necessary.
Refer to: Tailgate Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
haha well i am from floridaFlorida man sawzalls off rear tailgate...would be a great thread title.
It's out of the workshop manual.Thank you! i looked everywhere, where did you find this?
I took my tailgate off putting it back on was easy. The only thing is my gate is up by half an inch or so I’m just wondering if I can put the tire back on . I have the RC tailgate reinforcement it doesn’t make noise so I’m assuming it’s ok to put the tire back onDoes anyone know if it's possible to remove the rear tailgate door completely? I know that its possible but how hard is it? the hinges look a bit complicated, would anyone care to share how its done? thanks