Buy nownew plastic fastener remover from 1aautocom http 1aauto ib 1axaa00290in the video 1a auto shows how to remove rear trim panels the video is app. On my 2005 escape the quarter panel trim was secured with metal snap fittings so its easy to remove and install pull back the liftgate weatherstrip and load floor carpet remove the rear seatback bracket bezel the round panel covering the bracket grasp the upper part of the quarter panel trim and pull it away from the body. I am in the process of replacing the rear shock absorbers on my 2002 escape and am confounded by the procedure for the removal of the interior rear quarter trim panel to gain access to the top of the rear shock specifically i have been able to get the rear trim panel free up to attachment point at the lower front of the panel. Shipping providers are experiencing delays due to heavy volume and service disruptions products may take longer to arrive than normal if you have any questions please email us or call our customer service team at 781 917 1562