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
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Cooling System Filling and Bleeding (303-03D Electric
Powertrain Cooling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), General Procedures).
Release the fuel system pressure.
Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00C Fuel System - General Information, Gene..
Removal
Remove the rear axle assembly.
Refer to: Axle Assembly (205-02A)
.
NOTICE:
The RDU contains axle fluid. To prevent spillage, do not tilt the RDU during actuator motor removal or installation.
NOTE:
Mark the installation orientation prior to removal with a marker.
Remove and discard the bolts. Remove the actuator motor.
Installat..