Ford Escape: Doors and Locks / Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting
Doors and Locks – Warning Lamps
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on and remains on if
any door or the hood is open.
Doors and Locks – Information Messages

Doors and Locks – Frequently Asked Questions
Can accessories such as steps or handles be used with the latch
assembly?
Do not use the door latch assembly to
attach any accessory, such as handles
or steps, as this can cause damage to
your vehicle.
Autounlock
What Is Autounlock
Autounlock is an unlocking feature that
unlocks the vehicle doors when your
vehicle comes to a stop.
Autounlock Requirements
Autounlock unlocks all the doors when all
of the following occur:
The ignition is on, all the doors are
closed and your vehicle is moving at a
speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h)...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Electric Drill
Removal
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
NOTE:
Positioning the seat fully upward provides access to
service the seat track motor with the seat in the vehicle.
Move the front seat to the full upward position.
Depower the SRS .
Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SR..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
Release the clips and remove the rear scuff plate trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Inspect and position the rear door wea..