Some 2009-2012 Escape, 2009-2011 Mariner vehicles may exhibit an intermittent water leak originating from the liftgate glass/seal.
ISSUE Some 2009-2012 Escape, 2009-2011 Mariner vehicles may exhibit an intermittent water leak originating from the liftgate glass/seal. Technical Service Bulletin # 12-2-2 Date: 120203 Windows/Glass - Intermittent Liftgate Glass Water Leaks TSB 12-2-2 02/03/12 LIFTGATE GLASS WATER LEAKS FORD: 2009-2012 Escape ISSUE Some 2009-2012 Escape, 2009-2011 Mariner vehicles may exhibit an intermittent water leak originating from the liftgate glass/seal. ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Open the liftgate glass and remove the rear glass weatherstrip. 2. Remove the rear defrost grid connections and wiper motor wiring harness: a. Left side - disconnect connector. b. Right side - remove rubber housing; then depress both sides of white plastic retainer, and then pull wiring out to access and disconnect wiper motor. 3. Disconnect struts at the liftgate glass pivots. 4. Holding the liftgate glass up, remove the seal from the l...