Ford Escape: Four-Wheel Drive Systems / Removal and Installation - All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Module - 2.5L Duratec – Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG)
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
If installing a new all-wheel drive module, it is necessary
to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to
removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new
all-wheel drive module after installation. Using a diagnostic scan tool,
begin the PMI process for the all-wheel drive module following the
onscreen instructions.
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Remove the luggage compartment floor cover.
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Remove the RH loadspace storage compartment.
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Remove the pin-type retainers.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Lift upward and remove the RH loadspace storage compartment.
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Release the tab from the connector.
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Disconnect the electrical connector from the module.
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Remove the nuts and the AWD module.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
Carry out the remaining steps only if installing a new AWD module.
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NOTE:
The 16/17 -digit alpha numeric bar code is located on the label attached to the Rear Drive Unit (RDU).
Using the scan tool, configure RDU bar code to AWD module through the OBD port.
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Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the AWD module following the on-screen instructions.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
If installing a new all-wheel drive module, it is necessary
to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to
removing the module...
Other information:
Manual Park Release - Gasoline
What Is Manual Park Release
Manual park release is used to move your
transmission from the park (P) position in
the event of an electrical malfunction or
emergency.
Manual Park Release Precautions
WARNING: When doing this
procedure, you need to take the
transmission out of park (P) which
means your vehicle can roll freely. To
avoid unwanted vehicle movement,
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Check
NOTE:
Wheel-to-hub optimization is important. Clearance between
the wheel and hub can be used to offset or neutralize the Road Force® or
run-out of the wheel and tire assembly. For every 0.001 inch of
wheel-to-hub clearance, the Road Force® can be affected between 1 and 3
pounds depending on the tire stiffness.
NOTE:
The example below illustrates how the clearance
betw..