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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPEDITION 2WD V8-5.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSWINDOWSWINDOW GLASSLIFTGATE WINDOW GLASSSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L
Liftgate Window Glass: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Expedition 2WD V8-5.4LSECTION Service and Repair
Window Glass - Liftgate
Removal and Installation
Window glass assembly
1. Remove the rear window wiper motor.
2. Disconnect the rear window defrost electrical connectors.
3. NOTICE: Do not extend the socket clips more than 2.0 mm (0.08 in) or failure of the socket can occur.
NOTE: The liftgate glass must be supported when removing and installing the liftgate assist cylinders.
Disconnect the 2 liftgate glass assist cylinders.
1. Insert a screwdriver blade under the socket clip and lift.
2. Gently pull the socket off the ball stud.
Window glass assembly or hinge assembly
4. Remove the liftgate glass hinge-to-body fasteners and remove the glass.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Window hinge assembly
5. Remove the liftgate glass to hinge fasteners and remove the glass.
- Apply threadlock to the liftgate glass-to-hinge fasteners during installation.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Window glass assembly or window hinge assembly
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check the liftgate glass for high effort when closing. If high effort is present, adjust the striker one-half turn outboard. If high effort is still present, adjust the striker an additional one-half turn outboard. Do not exceed one full turn.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.