Ford Escape: Body Closures / Description and Operation - Body Closures - Overview
Overview
The power liftgate feature allows power opening and closing of the liftgate using any of the following methods:
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The front power liftgate switch (located on the instrument panel).
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The rear interior power liftgate switch (located on the bottom of the liftgate trim panel) (close only).
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The liftgate release switch (located in upper portion of the liftgate handle cavity).
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The power liftgate hands-free feature (if equipped).
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The liftgate button on a RKE transmitter.
System Operation
System Diagram
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RGTM
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SYNC Display unit-
Soft touch on the
touchscreen switch
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Exterior Liftgate
Release Switch
4
Anti-Pinch
Switches
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BCM
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Power Liftgate Motor
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Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
RH side shown, LH side similar.
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Remove the screw.
Torque:
17 lb.in (1.9 Nm)
Remove the push pins and position aside the rear wheel arch liner.
Remove the active park assist sensor.
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Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the A/C pressure transducer.
Torque:
71 lb.in (8 Nm)
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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