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.
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...
Other information:
Switching Driver Alert On and Off
Press Settings on the touchscreen.
Press Driver Assistance.
Switch Driver Alert on or off.
Note: The system remains on or off
depending on how it was last set.
Resetting Driver Alert
You can reset the system by either:
Switching the ignition off and on...
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern by operating the charging system.
Before diagnosing or repairing the charging system inspect the following items:
Check the battery for loose, damaged or corroded connections...
Categories
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](images/books/1812/ford_escape_master_access_code_138.jpg)
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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