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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the sunload sensor
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Open the door.
Remove the check arm bolt.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
Remove the front door trim panel...