Ford Escape: Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Rear Parking Aid / General Procedures - Elevation System Check
Check
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Turn the ignition ON, engine OFF.
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Set the parking brake.
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Place the gearshift in REVERSE (R) for rear parking aid sensors.
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Place the gearshift in DRIVE (D) for front parking aid sensors.
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Using a diagnostic scan tool, monitor the parking aid
sensor distance Parameter Identifications (PIDs) to verify no objects
are detected.
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If the audible warning is heard or if the Parameter
Identifications (PIDs) indicate an object is detected, check to make
sure the bumper is correctly installed and is not tilted downward so the
sensor is pointing at the ground. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing.
Check
NOTE:
The object used in this system check can be
fabricated using a 9 cm diameter (3 in I.D.) pipe, 100 cm (39 in) in
length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe, or similar from a
hardware or plumbing supply...
Removal
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connectors...
Other information:
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
WARNING: Do not adjust the
steering wheel when your vehicle is
moving.
Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the
correct position.
Unlock the steering column.
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position.
Lock the steering column...
Inspection
NOTE:
Procedure 1 — Ambient Temperature below 21 °C (70 °F).
NOTE:
Proper A/C system diagnosis on a vehicle’s
compressor is dependent on correct refrigerant system charge and tested
in ambient temperatures above 21°C (70°F)...