Ford Fusion: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / Rear Door Trim Panel. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the rear door window control switch.
   Refer to: Rear Door Window Control Switch (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the rear door trim panel retainers.
   Torque: 18 lb.in (2 Nm)

1. Remove the cover and the door trim panel retainer.
   Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

1. Remove the lower retainers.
   Torque: 9 lb.in (1 Nm)

1. 
   Remove the rear door trim panel.
   
   1. Release the clips.
      
   2. Disconnect the rear door cable.
      
   3. If equipped.
      Disconnect the rear door speaker.
      
   4. If equipped
      Disconnect the ambient light electrical connector.
      
   5. If equipped
      Disconnect the rear door power lock switch and remove the rear door trim panel.
      

Installation

1. NOTE: Transfer parts as necessary.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.