Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Active Grille Shutter Actuator
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the active grille shutter.
Refer to: Active Grille Shutter (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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On both sides.
Release the tabs and remove the upper vane bearing.
Install the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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On both sides.
Remove the vane.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Release the tab.
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Remove the active grille shutter actuator.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cooling module.
Refer to: Cooling Module (303-03A Engine Cooling - 1...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm.
Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A
ESA-M1C200-AESE-M1C171-A
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B, APM-4-C
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Removal
WARNING:
Service actions on vehicles equipped with electronic brake
booster and electronic parking brakes may cause unexpected brake
application, wh..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
300-OTC1585AEPowertrain Lift
Wooden Block
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or ..