Ford Escape: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Vehicles With: Keyless Vehicle System / Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Component Location

Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Vehicles With: Keyless Vehicle System

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Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Overview

Overview The PATS deters the vehicle from theft by preventing the vehicle from starting unless a valid programmed passive key is detected inside the vehicle when the START/STOP button is pressed...

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Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - High Voltage Battery Coolant Tube Assembly - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Locking Pliers Removal   WARNING: To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately 450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and modules...

Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner

Removal NOTICE: Under no circumstances should the accessory drive belt, tensioner or pulleys be lubricated as potential damage to the belt material and tensioner damping mechanism will occur. Do not apply any fluids or belt dressing to the accessory drive belt or pulleys...