Ford Escape: Wipers and Washers / Description and Operation - Wipers and Washers - Overview
Overview
The
windshield wiper/washer system is activated by the wiper/washer switch.
The wiper/washer switch is mounted to the right side of the SCCM . The
following functions/ features of the windshield wiper/washer system are:
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Mist wipe
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Windshield wash (includes front camera wash, if equipped)
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Courtesy wipe
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Windshield wipers (low/high speed)
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Intermittent wipers
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Speed dependent wipers
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Wiper activated exterior lamps
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Rain sensitive wipers (if equipped)
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Rear window wipe/wash
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Heated wiper park (if equipped)
The intermittent/rain sensitive wipers have 6 intermittent /sensitivity settings.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Rain Sensor
2
SCCM
3
GWM
4
BCM
5
IPC
6
PCM
7
BCMC
8
Wiper Relay
9
BCMC
10
Rear Washer Relay
11
Rear Wiper Motor
12
Washer Motor
13
Windshield Wiper Motor
14
HS-CAN3
15
LIN LIN
16
HS-CA..
Other information:
How Does Traction Control Work
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces power at the
same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces power in order to
increase traction.
Switching Traction Control On and Off
WARNING: The stability and
traction control light illuminates stea..
Inspection and Verification
Before
diagnosing or repairing the Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC)
Inverter system refer to the Owner's Literature and REFER to: Direct
Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC) Inverter - System Operation and
Component Description (414-05 Voltage Converter/Inverter, Description
and Operation). for proper system operation.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C..