Ford Escape: Parking Brake and Actuation / General Procedures - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Manual Release
Activation
NOTE:
If the EPB
cannot be released using the switch carry out the following procedure.
If the battery is dead, jump start the battery to provide power and
release the EPB using the switch.
NOTE:
Typical parking brake actuator motor shown.
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Block the wheels and tires.
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Disconnect the parking brake actuator motor electrical connector and, if equipped, detach the wiring retainer.
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Remove the bolts and using a twisting motion, remove the parking brake actuator motor.
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Rotate the spindle / nut driveshaft clockwise 360 degrees.
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Repeat steps 2-4 on the opposite side of the vehicle.
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Install the parking brake actuator motors.
Refer to: Parking Brake Actuator Motor (206-05 Parking Brake and Actuation, Removal and Installation).
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)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B, APM-4-C
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Removal
NOTICE:
The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the
smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake
system component, ensure that no debris enters the system...
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).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
PCM
P0504:00
Brake Switch: A..