Ford Escape: Power Steering / Description and Operation - Power Steering - Overview
Overview
The EPAS
system provides steering assist to the driver by replacing the
conventional, hydraulic pump system with an electric motor coupled to
the steering shaft. The system is controlled by the PSCM
which senses the steering effort using sensors mounted between the
steering column shaft and the steering gear. Steering assist is provided
in proportion to steering effort and vehicle speed.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
EPAS Column
2
Motor
3
Position sensor
4
Torque sensor
5
PSCM
6
GWM
7
PCM
8
IPC
9
BCM
10
RCM
11
ABS module
12
IPMA
13
PAM
14
SCCM
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Other information:
Global Customer Symptom Code (GCSC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Symptom
Action
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Overview
The power liftgate feature allows power opening and closing of the liftgate using any of the following methods:
The front power liftgate switch (located on the instrument panel).
The rear interior power liftgate switch (located on the bottom of the liftgate trim panel) (close only).
The liftgate release switch (located in upper portion of the liftgate handle cavity).
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