How to Service and Repair the Rear Door Latch Assembly on Ford Escort?

The repair process for rear door latches requires users to remove first the rear door trim panel and then the screw from the door pull bracket. Detach the door latch rod retainer clip after removing the watershield from the door. The removal procedure includes separating the actuator rod when power door locks are present in the vehicle. The first step requires you to remove the bellcrank rod from the door. Start the door latch service by unfastening screws that keep the door latch in place then remove the latch and bellcrank rod simultaneously. Perform the installation by repeating the exact opposite steps for removal.

How to Service and Repair the Front Door Latch Assembly on Ford Escort?

The initial step for front door latch servicing involves removing front door trim panel and door pull bracket screw then proceeding with watershield removal. Before proceeding with the front door latch service you must remove the Coupe access cover screws or Sedan access cover screws. In vehicles with power door locks it is necessary to divide the actuator rod. The service starts with removing the door latch rod retainer followed by detaching the front door latch actuating rod and then removing the front door latch control cylinder rod from the door lock cylinder through the sequence of taking out the spring clip preceding the door lock cylinder release from the door handle until finally separating it from the front door latch control rod. Completel the instructions to remove the screws which allows you to take out your front door latch. The latch actuating rod must remain without preloading during installation it needs to keep its relaxed state without any slack. Fitting the lock requires performing the uninstallation steps in reverse order.

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Ford Escort Lock, Rear Part Number: YF1Z-7443150-AA
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Tailgate; Liftgate Latch, Rear; Trunk Latch; Door Lock; Latch
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-1999 Ford Escort | LX, SE | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Lock, Passenger Side Part Number: F4OZ5426412B
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lock Assembly; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Latch
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1988 Ford Escort | GL, L, LX | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Passenger Side Part Number: F7CZ-5421812-AA
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: R.H., , w/manual locks
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Ford Escort | Base, LX, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: F8CZ-6321813-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: L.H., w/power door locks
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 Ford Escort | LX, SE, ZX2, ZX2 Cool Coupe, ZX2 Hot Coupe, ZX2 S/R | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: F8CZ-6321813-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: L.H., , w/manual door locks
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 Ford Escort | LX, SE, ZX2, ZX2 Cool Coupe, ZX2 Hot Coupe, ZX2 S/R | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Passenger Side Part Number: F8CZ-6321812-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: R.H., w/power door locks
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 Ford Escort | LX, SE, ZX2, ZX2 Cool Coupe, ZX2 Hot Coupe, ZX2 S/R | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Lock, Passenger Side Part Number: F7CZ54264A00AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Control; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Ford Escort | Base, LX, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: F7CZ-5421813-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: L.H., w/power door locks
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Ford Escort | Base, LX, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: F7CZ-5421813-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: L.H., , w/manual locks
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Ford Escort | Base, LX, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Passenger Side Part Number: F7CZ-5421812-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: R.H., w/power door locks
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Ford Escort | Base, LX, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Escort Lock, Driver Side Part Number: F5CZ6121813AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Lock
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1996 Ford Escort | Base, GT, LX, LX Sport, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS
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Ford Escort Lock, Driver Side Part Number: F1CZ5821813B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Lock
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1996 Ford Escort | LX, LX Sport, LX-E, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS
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Ford Escort Latch Assembly, Passenger Side Part Number: F8CZ-6321812-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch; Door Latch Assembly; Door Lock; Lock
- Manufacturer Note: R.H., , w/manual door locks
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 Ford Escort | LX, SE, ZX2, ZX2 Cool Coupe, ZX2 Hot Coupe, ZX2 S/R | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

Ford Escort Door Latch Assembly

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The Door Latch Assembly is one of the critical parts that define the reliability and performance of Ford Escort which is a range of compact and mid-size cars manufactured by Ford between 1981 and 2003. This assembly has a very important function in shutting and holding the doors and at the same time improving the security and functionality of a car. In place for Escort generations covering the first, second, and third generations, the Door Latch Assembly makes use of both forms of locking: centralized or selective door lock/ unlock control. This enhances convenience to the users as well as makes sure that the doors are functioning optimally partly solving problems such as faulty mechanisms of outer handles or sticking. In the hadhapal automotive market, Door Latch Assembly is a product that has been manufactured through the effective and efficient engineering practices meaning that cars that incorporate it are safe to drive. Also, additions like the dual airbags in the later models show Ford's concern on safety, thus, boosting the importance of the Door Latch Assembly in the safety of those inside. Thus, evolving with changing generations of the Ford Escort, the Door Latch Assembly further underwent improvements in the aspects of safety standards and consumers' preferences thereby establishing its reliability as a part of the vehicle that adds up in Ford Escort's successful history as one of its top selling car models. In summary, the Ford escort door latch assembly is a clear representation of the Ford's commitment to quality and high performance hence making it a major part of the Ford Escort family.

Ford Escort Door Latch Assembly Parts and Q&A

Latch Assembly, Driver Side
F7CZ-5421813-AB
Q: How to Service and Repair the Rear Door Latch Assembly on Ford Escort?
A:
The repair process for rear door latches requires users to remove first the rear door trim panel and then the screw from the door pull bracket. Detach the door latch rod retainer clip after removing the watershield from the door. The removal procedure includes separating the actuator rod when power door locks are present in the vehicle. The first step requires you to remove the bellcrank rod from the door. Start the door latch service by unfastening screws that keep the door latch in place then remove the latch and bellcrank rod simultaneously. Perform the installation by repeating the exact opposite steps for removal.
Latch Assembly, Passenger Side
F8CZ-6321812-AB
Q: How to Service and Repair the Front Door Latch Assembly on Ford Escort?
A:
The initial step for front door latch servicing involves removing front door trim panel and door pull bracket screw then proceeding with watershield removal. Before proceeding with the front door latch service you must remove the Coupe access cover screws or Sedan access cover screws. In vehicles with power door locks it is necessary to divide the actuator rod. The service starts with removing the door latch rod retainer followed by detaching the front door latch actuating rod and then removing the front door latch control cylinder rod from the Door Lock Cylinder through the sequence of taking out the spring clip preceding the door lock cylinder release from the Door Handle until finally separating it from the front door latch control rod. Completel the instructions to remove the screws which allows you to take out your front door latch. The latch actuating rod must remain without preloading during installation it needs to keep its relaxed state without any slack. Fitting the lock requires performing the uninstallation steps in reverse order.