I had the same issue with my 2021 XLT. You need to use the grease that ford recommends to lubricate the rubber seals. This is the only thing that I have found that worked for
DuPont D10170248 Krytox by Chemours GPL 205 Grease, Pure PFPE/PTFE, 0.5 oz Tube
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