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Liftgate 3rd brake light

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Has anyone had to replace the 3rd brake light? Do I need to pop the rear spoiler off or can I access it from the inside by taking the paneling off? Any help would be appreciated
 

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Entire rear wing has to come off.
 

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UNBROKEN said:
Entire rear wing has to come off.
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Does it just pop off with some pressure? Or is it bolted in from the inside?
 

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It’s bolted and tricky to get off but not really hard. See if there’s a video on YouTube.
 

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UNBROKEN said:
It’s bolted and tricky to get off but not really hard. See if there’s a video on YouTube.
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Yeah I tried to search it but the closest thing I came to finding was a ford edge
 

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Yeah I tried to search it but the closest thing I came to finding was a ford edge
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Basically remove the lower, black trim pieces on each side then the 3 nuts that bolt it on, one of which is behind a little trim panel. Then pull like hell.
 

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PPerrelloJr said:
The 3rd brake light on my '21 has LEDs that are burned out. A nearby Ford dealership told me the entire liftgate must be taken off the vehicle.
That doesn't appear to be the case based on what I've read here. Any thoughts? View attachment 18861
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Yea…dealerships are stupid. That’s my thoughts.
 

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PPerrelloJr said:
The 3rd brake light on my '21 has LEDs that are burned out. A nearby Ford dealership told me the entire liftgate must be taken off the vehicle.
That doesn't appear to be the case based on what I've read here. Any thoughts? View attachment 18861
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`You could buy the part online, then call an auto body shop or custom audio shop for install estimates. Send the above replacement instruction links if they need guidance.

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