Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / General Procedures - Staged Unlock Programming

General Procedures - Liftgate Latch Manual Release

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Flat-Bladed Screwdriver Interior Trim Remover Activation Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel...

Removal and Installation - Door Lock Cylinder

Removal NOTE: LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar. NOTE: Repair individual door lock cylinders by discarding the inoperative door lock cylinder and building a new door lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair service kit...

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Ford Escape 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Transporting the Vehicle

If you need to tow your vehicle, contact a professional towing service or your roadside assistance service provider. Your manufacturer produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures...

Ford Escape 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Load Carrying Precautions

Keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle provides maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before you load your vehicle, become familiar with the following terms for determining your vehicle’s weight rating, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label or Saf..