Any ideas about how to remove and put the clip? Ford Escape 2008

xmalito

thecardoc3

They install easily, removal not so easy especially when the plastic becomes brittle over time. Try looking at the other end of the rod and see if it can be removed and take the latch out of the car with the rod attached. Then when you have it out in the open you will have a better chance of taking it apart. With plastic parts like this it is usually wise to simply plan on replacing if they bhave to be disturbed at all.

xmalito

I managed to remove the bar by melting the plastic a little with a soldering iron and then I could easily enter it. Thank you all

xmalito

Mr_Shiftright

What are we looking at here? Don't make us guess! What are you trying to do?

xmalito

I want to remove the clip holding the latch actuator rod

xmalito

Mr_Shiftright

Thanks Doc. I fully agree--line up the new part because you'll probably be needing it. You can always return it if it remains packaged.