Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine Cooling / Diagnosis and Testing - Cooling Fan Control

Ford Escape: Engine Cooling / Diagnosis and Testing - Cooling Fan Control

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 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).

Module	DTC	Description	Action
PCM	P0480:00	Fan 1 Control Circuit: No Sub Type Information	GO to Pinpoint Test KN

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
Start/Run/Move > Running > Overheats > Always	GO to Pinpoint Test KN
Start/Run/Move > Running > Overheats > Intermittent	GO to Pinpoint Test KN

Pinpoint Tests

PINPOINT TEST KN: VARIABLE SPEED ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MOTOR

Introduction
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 033 for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

Refer to the DTC Fault Trigger Conditions.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions

DTC	Description	Fault Trigger Condition
PCM P0480:00	Fan 1 Control Circuit: No Sub Type Information	Sets if the PCM detects the voltage on the fan control variable (FCV) circuit is not within the expected range.

Possible Sources

Cooling fan circuitry concern
Cooling fan relay
Cooling fan clutch solenoid
Cooling fan module (8B658)
Cooling fan assembly (8C607)
PCM (12A650)

Description and Operation - Engine Cooling - System Operation and Component Description

System Operation Engine coolant flows primarily from the engine to the radiator circuit and back to the coolant pump. Coolant is sent from the coolant pump through the engine block and cylinder heads...

Diagnosis and Testing - Engine Cooling

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Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Door Window Control Switch

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Sitting in the Correct Position

Ford Escape. Sitting in the Correct Position

When you use them properly, the seat, head restraint, seatbelt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash.