How to Replace Rear Window Hinges 08-12 Ford Escape

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In this video, 1A Auto shows you how to replace the window hinge. This video is applicable to the 08, 09, 10, 11, 12 Ford Escape
🔧 List of tools used:
• 11mm Socket 1aau.to/oZg/1AXAA00015
• Trim Tool Set 1aau.to/onW/1AXXX00004
• T30 Driver 1aau.to/oqn/1AXAA00008
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oaeH/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oZg/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/ot3/1AXAA00044
• Glass Cleaner
• Rust Penetrant
• Pick 1aau.to/ohg/1AXAA00037
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While 1A Auto strives to make the information provided in this video as accurate as possible, it makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or applicability of the content. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. All do-it-yourself projects entail some risk. It is the sole responsibility of the viewer to assume this risk. 1A Auto is not responsible or liable for any loss damage (including, but not limited to, actual, consequential, or punitive), liability, claim, or any other injury or cause related to or resulting from any information posted in this video.

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[@adamminor1752]

One of my hinges just rotted on my 2012. Looking forward to using this video as a guide.

[@marshalklaver2471]

I am very glad that I looked this up, the auto shop I was gunna have do it said it would cost me $300 to fix. Because the part is “expensive” to replace. I found it online for like 20-40 bucks.

[@stumarksez]

Been my experience as well. 2022 labor is $500, SW Washington State

[@bowzer863]

Shop quoted me at $700 lmfao, thank you so much

[@kristiestewart6390]

I was going to be charged $565 to fix the back window. After watching this video I was able to fix it myself. Very grateful for how easy he made it and how detailed in every step. Thank you so much for the help!

[@kathyalcott4111]

It is much easier to use a 10 mm socket to remove 4 bolts on the pistons ends attached to the body of the car. Once your done replacing the hinges simply open the window all the way and the bolt holes line right up, screw the bolts back in. Trying to pop the pistons is a total waste of time. Just did this too less than 20 minutes.

[@Lukederhak]

I'm a doctor not a mechanic! But after 5 hours, a little help from a drill and my neighbor, and most of all your video, it works! A tibit for the right side pulling the plastic piece off, there's a latch that you need to pull to the right that will release the casing so you can slide the rubber back around it. Thank you so much!

[@jonathanl5179]

hey doc, what do you mean "right side plastic piece" haha. I'm about to attempt this fix (myself) tomorrow. Need all the intel I can gather. What latch are you referring to?

[@ynebogatov]

The hardest part of this entire job is getting the passenger-side rubber seal thingy back in place when you're done.

[@daniellearmstrong7848]

2 years later and just the video I needed to change mine out today

[@1AAuto]

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[@thebluexo]

This was a massive help. Bought the hinges and this video made the process super straightforward.

[@jessethrift7876]

Help! What part is the plastic doohickey on inside of the glass that the torx head fastener goes through? Mine is broken.

[@jessicare5331]

Thank you. Took me an hour, most of that time was getting the corroded bolts out. (I had better luck with a T27, over a T30)

[@Ryguy0707]

Thank you for posting this! I used this to help change the latches on my 2012 Escape

[@DanTDrac]

Thanks for posting this. Clear and concise and he even mentioned the size of the tools he used which was very helpful.

[@1AAuto]

+DanTDrac Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@ChevyC-jo9pw]

I love that you guys have the videos I've wrenched for a long time but I'm not familiar with every vehicle, I actually bought the hinges from you guys so that's nice that you have the videos to go along with it 💪

[@AllenBePro]

10k views with 71 thumbs up? Very well done and informative.

[@Abby-bk8tv]

This video saved me today! took me awhile to get it done but I did!

[@efimmuratov6613]

Nice detail, thanks

[@michaelevans6370]

Your video helped me do the replacement. Thank You for your effort and time

[@tinahecht5518]

This video was very helpful. Thank you. I'venturned into quite the you tube mechanic.

[@nicolauscory2065]

Great video, was able to do mine. Start with T30s first. That way the hinge won't spin. 11 mils come right out. Love the PB blaster and the plastic trim tool ideas, used both.

[@jonny3031]

Thanks for the great video

[@ryang1182]

Thanks for your helpful video, took quite a while to free up the screw from the corroded but everything else was a breeze.

[@dangilmore5326]

Awesome ! Thanks for the video!

[@dereksdonedrinking]

Thank you! Seriously had a guy try to tell my mom these pieces were like $127 each and they would be charging her $$140 to put them on. On my way to use this vid and save her the money ❤

[@Raggedymannn]

Thank you so much for your how to do it here and listing the tools, I bought both sides, what do you do if the T-30 screw is striped, I got the broken 1 fixed to the left, the right 1 isn't discoloring the glass as the broken 1 did, seems some 1 striped the screw having changed it before I bought it, likely has a few years left in it

[@daltonmiddleton3682]

what is the plastic piece that you said might break lol. where can i purchase it

[@johnb613]

Helpful video and came handy as I lost the left hinge of my 2009 Escape when I was 400 km away from home and so I taped the rear window all around the hatch door to keep the rear window in place. Changed both hinges but the right torx screw was painfully stubborn and took me while to free that rotten hinge. Got me genuine hinges from Ford at CDN $118 each. Jobs done thanks for the video.

[@brad2751]

They are only $20 on Amazon.

[@zureai]

Stealershipped

[@jasont.5141]

What is the name and part number for the plastic piece to mention at 7 minutes and 30 seconds into the video? Mine broke as well and looking for it on line because Ford wants as much for that piece as they want for the hinge.

[@chavesgarnes1475]

Thank you. This video helped me so much!!😊

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[@ChevyC-jo9pw]

So I did everything like you did except that bolt that gets stuck on there because of the snow that eats all that stuff away, if you leave everything assembled spray it down and then start with the torque nut it's actually a lot easier to come off without having to use that body trim tool

[@JonD7772002]

Do you have to remove the struts ?? Wouldn't that help keep the window in place ??

[@rcpsammy7186]

The right bolt is corroded so bad and the torx head on the bolt is stripped and I am stuck. How am I going to get it off?

[@michaelthompson9552]

what’s the part in between the bolt and glass on inside mine broke and i need to buy more

[@brentrover7414]

I just got a 2011 as my first car, my mom got it home (because I’m only 15) and we open it, left side immediately drops. Hopefully this video will help

[@drkevns]

The plastic washer, connected to the plastic wire guide, directly to the left of the torque bolt, is snapped and corroded to the old bolt. I can’t find that part anywhere. Can someone help?

[@SamsonWedding]

Agreed. I know this was a year ago, but does anyone know?

[@Z-e-r-0]

Thanks for the Info Love your channel but i about died laughing (I did pee a little) when i looked to see how much your hinges are... $195???? oh wait on sale for $99...... people they are on Amazon for $25... I'll take my chances lmao ill buy 8 sets to equal one of these heak i doubt itll last that dang long it is a Ford

[@JS-te4gz]

Was there any washer on the screw that goes through the metal door?

[@ronaldscott781]

My hinges were not broken and the T-30 bolts refused to break loose. I had to “break” the top half of the old hinge from the bottom with a cutoff wheel. I made certain to spray water on the hinge so the glass didn’t overheat. Once split apart, I cutoff flush what the T-30 bolt was connected to, soaked it with pb blaster and worked it out the next day. This isn’t for the faint hearted. IMO.

[@clue73457]

$234 for window hinges? Are you guys high?🤣🤣

[@zombiegod333]

Ford dealership wanted double that price

[@rtordon]

I just ordered some on Amazon. Cost was $40 Canadian for two. I don't care if they aren't OEM. Wild price from Ford for the OEM ones.

[@Matthew.Wade27]

Right?! I bought these hinges for $27 on Amazon.

[@mr.b2960]

What is the wire holder called? Mine is also broke and can’t find them

[@kidsbooksbynaila5048]

Do I have to use a torque wrench ?

[@Bw899804]

I have a 2009 and both hinges are off now. Is it safe to drive still?

[@kevm8127]

Is the part from 1A auto factory or is it aftermarket?

[@thelasthallow]

nearly $200 for a new set, but you can get the exact same ones of amazon for $30, same product number and all.

[@Apolloisbest]

7:39 what is the plastic piece called that you are pointing at I cant find it online anywhere?

[@DreyDreyDrey]

What rust penetrator are you using?

[@bloodlestrevivedtwo840]

Blaster is what I gathered

[@tatsumaru12345]

So 7:25, the piece you said broke. What is that piece called? I can't find it anywhere

[@misterorw]

Thanks my rear window fell out of the car yesterday after shutting the trunk 🙃. It's hanging by the wires and struts. how would I go about closing the struts so I can at least put it in the the slot

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[@fishertech]

I am having trouble getting that torx screw off... and T30 seems way too big for the screw on mine. the T27 fits

[@topseykretts251]

I just changed mine out an one side was a 10mm and the other an 11mm from Ford,I guess whatever is laying around goes on anymore.

[@fishertech]

@@topseykretts251 it wasnt even a torx screw ? lol seems about right

[@mpberryreg]

Thanks for the great descriptive video. The wrench listed in your description is a foot pound torque wrench and does not have a low enough setting for this job. Please remove this as an inch pound wrench is required.

[@2sacksalama]

What if the star screw is stripped and corroded. How would I get those screws off the glass?

[@gimlidragwayfan]

Drill/drill bit,same diameter as thread's

[@johnnawrocki4079]

Had to replace the glass in that pile of crap....insurance would pay for the new wiper motor had to save old one and the damn hinges were shot..can not wait for these to be off the road!

[@tonyrocco3045]

Took me 6 hours to do it.

[@michaelransdell]

Is this also how you can take the back window off and replace it?

[@1AAuto]

+Mike R We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@edwardwillems6958]

what if you fill the hinge with silicone to keep water out.

[@topseykretts251]

I used that rubber spray paint shit and its worked great 2 years in and no corrosion no streaks coming from it an still look new I started waxing the outer side of mine and that seems to help alot

[@brchng0102]

Did you try doing that?

[@edwardwillems6958]

I just paid 84 for a set.I could of did the front breaks. for that.

[@topseykretts251]

Amazon has the same ones for 30 just paint the insides to stop corrosion again and there good to go built better than Fords aftermarket brand.

[@Wireman134]

Window bolt has been known to be too long. Use original one I guess.

[@RockHockeyKid]

Did you see the price for two hinges? Come on.

[@codypendency9482]

I was cleaning mine to sell and had never opened that rear window before and yeah it exploded and the pistons shot the window out at me at top speed

[@charliedimick398]

love the videos but man you guys are way over priced .