Ford Escape: Wipers and Washers / General Procedures - Washer Hose Coupling
Disconnect
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WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the coupler, do not use hand tools to disconnect /connect the C-lock.
NOTE:
Do not remove the lock ring from the C-lock coupler.
NOTE:
Hold the female side of the coupler at the hose connection to prevent the coupler from rotating internally.
Gently twist the lock ring until it has rotated approximately 90 degrees.
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NOTICE:
The female side of the C-lock coupler contains an o-ring seal. Use care not to lose the o-ring.
Slide the C-lock coupler apart from the component fitting.
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NOTICE:
Do not leave the lock ring in the unlocked position.
This will weaken the lock ring and prevent it from correctly locking in
place when reassembled, resulting in a leak.
Rotate the lock ring back to the original locked position.
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To connect, verify the C-lock coupler lock ring is in the locked position.
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NOTE:
The lock ring flexes open slightly to allow the male fitting to enter the C-lock coupler.
NOTE:
The lock ring can be heard as it snaps into the lock position.
Insert the male fitting into the C-lock coupler.
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Gently pull on the C-lock coupler to verify it is seated correctly.
Adjustment
Cycle and park the rear window wiper.
Verify the rear wiper blade is positioned at the first defroster line located on the rear window glass...
Repair
NOTE:
This procedure may be carried out on rubber hoses only. If a
plastic washer hose is damaged, a new washer hose must be installed.
Locate and verify the damaged washer hose...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Power Caulk Gun
Power Fixed Glass Removal Tool
Knife
Adhesive Tape
Materials
Name
Specification
Sika® SikaTack® MACH 60 / Sika® SikaTack® MACH 30 / Dow® BETASEAL™ Express
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Sika® Aktivator PRO / Dow® BETAPRIME™ 5504G / Sika® Primer-207
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Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may..
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).
NOTE:
Network communication or missing network DTCs may result
from intermittent concerns, such as damaged wiring or low battery
voltage occurrences. Additionall..