Ford Escape 2020-2023 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

Special Tool(s) Coolant/Battery RefractometerROB75240 or equivalent D-Gas Adapter300-OTC014-R1068 or equivalent Radiator Tester014-R1072 or equivalent UView® Combustion Leak TesterUVU560000-R Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic prac..

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Ford Escape 2020-2023 Service Manual: General Procedures - Transmission Fluid Level Check

Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-12-QULV WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV Check Start the engine and allow to run for 1 minute. Turn engine off and wait 5 minutes. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and O..

Ford Escape 2020-2023 Service Manual: General Procedures - Air Conditioning (A/C) Odor Treatment

Inspection NOTE: There are typically 4 types of objectionable odors found in a vehicle: chemical odors environmental odors human and other interior-generated odors microbiological odors Before determining that A/C odor treatment is required, determine the source and the circumstances under which the odor occurs. NOTE: Chemical odors are usually constant regardless..

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.