Ford Escape: Blind Spot Information System / Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors. Blind Spot Information System Indicators
Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors

The sensors are behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle.
Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.
Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
stickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note: Blocked sensors may affect system
accuracy.
If the sensors become blocked, a message
may appear in the information display. The
alert indicators remain illuminated but the
system does not alert you.
Blind Spot Information System Indicators

When blind spot information
system detects a vehicle, an
alert indicator illuminates in the
exterior mirror on the side the approaching
vehicle is coming from. If you turn the turn
signal on for that side of your vehicle, the
alert indicator flashes.
Blind Spot Information System Requirements
Blind spot information system turns on
when all the following occur:
You start your vehicle.
You shift into drive (D)...
Blind Spot Information System – Information Messages
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Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
RH (right-hand) seat shown, LH (left-hand) seat similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the seat position sensor electrical connector.
Remove the seat position sensor screw.
Torque:
8 lb.in (0.9 Nm)
Remove the seat position sensor.
Installation
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Release the clips, the trim anchors and remove the center upper liftgate interior trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Disconnect the connectors, remove the bolt and the AM / FM ..