Ford Escape: Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks / Description and Operation - Body and Frame
Body
The body consists of the following:
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Front frame rails constructed of high-strength Dual Phase (DP) 600 steel
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Rear frame rails constructed of Boron ultra high-strength steel
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Fender reinforcement tube constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 800 high-strength steel
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Fender apron assembly constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 600 high-strength steel
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Liftgate outer panel constructed of mild steel
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Body structure constructed of Boron, Dual Phase (DP) and high-strength steels
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Roof panel reinforcements constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 600, Smart and High-Strength Low Alloy (HSLA) 380 steel
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Bolted, removable front fenders, hinged doors and hood
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Bodyside outer panels constructed of mild steel
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Mastic pads used on floor pan for sound deadening
Under Hood Dimensions
NOTE:
All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.
Front Door Opening Dimensions
NOTE:
All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.
Rear Door Opening Dimensions
NOTE:
All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.
Lift Gate Opening Dimensions
NOTE:
All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.
Under Body Dimensions
NOTE:
All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.
Datum Height Dimensions
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For recommended metal repair guidelines and recommendations, refer to the following illustrations and: For additional information, refer to: Specifications (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Specifications)...
Other information:
Open the liftgate.
Stop the liftgate movement by pressing
the control button on the liftgate when
it reaches the desired height.Note: Once the liftgate stops moving,
you
can manually move it to the desired height.
Press and hold the control button on
the liftgate until a tone sounds,
indicating programming is complete...
Removal
Remove the driver airbag.
Refer to: Driver Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
On both sides.
Disconnect the steering wheel multifunction switch electrical connector.
Remove the steering wheel bezel...