Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Vehicles without trailer tow package
Remove the screws, the trim-pin and the rear bracket.
Torque:
18 lb.in (2 Nm)
On both sides.
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Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Remove the air cleaner.
Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering -
2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12B Intake Air Distribution..