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Ford Escape: Automatic Transmission External Controls - Automatic Transmission – HF45 / Description and Operation - External Controls - Overview

Overview

The shift by wire system uses a rotary dial GSM to interface with the TCM to select gear positions.

The shift by wire system needs a 12 volt power source to move the transmission out of park.

    Description and Operation - External Controls

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    Description and Operation - External Controls - Vehicles Built Up To: 23-September-2021 - System Operation and Component Description

    System Operation Component Description GSM When the driver needs to change gear position the driver selects P R N or D by rotating a GSM dial...

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    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Azimuth System Check


    Check NOTE: The object used in this system check can be fabricated using a 9 cm diameter (3 in I.D.) pipe, 100 cm (39 in) in length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe, or similar from a hardware or plumbing supply. NOTE: The following system check should be carried out with the vehicle on a level surface...

    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Evaporator Core Leak Check


    Inspection Recover the refrigerant. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, General Procedures). Disconnect the evaporator from the A/C system...

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    Master Access Code

    What Is the Master Access Code

    The master access code is a factory-set five-digit entry code. You can operate the keypad with the master access code at any time. The master access code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer.

    Displaying the Master Access Code

    To display the factory-set code in the information display:

    Ford Escape. Master Access Code

    Remove the rubber mat. Insert the first programmed key in the backup slot. Press the push button ignition switch once and wait a few seconds. Press the push button ignition switch again and remove the key. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in the backup slot and press the push button ignition switch.

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