Ford Escape: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / Removal and Installation - C-Pillar Trim Panel
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the rear seatbelt retractor and pretensioner anchor bolt and position the seatbelt aside.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
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NOTE:
Seats removed for clarity.
Remove the C-pillar trim panel bolt.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Release the C-pillar trim panel lower clips.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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NOTICE:
The C-pillar trim panel must be positioned downward
to allow the upper clips to release correctly. Failure to follow this
direction may cause damage to the C-pillar trim panel.
Slide the C-pillar trim panel down, aligning the clips to the slots in the sheet metal.
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Remove the C-pillar trim panel while feeding the rear seatbelt retractor and pretensioner through the opening.
Installation
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NOTE:
During installation, make sure the seatbelt webbing
is not twisted and the seatbelts and buckles are accessible to the
occupants.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Inspect and position the rear door weather strip lip so that it overlaps the top of the C-pillar trim panel.
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Check the active restraint system for correct operation.
Refer to: Seatbelt System Functional Tests (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, General Procedures).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
Upper and lower B-pillar trim panels
Remove the front scuff plate trim panel...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Pick Hook
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Global Customer Symptom Code (GCSC) 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).
Symptom
Action
Lighting/Glass/Vision >
Windows/Glass >
Door >
Power Function
GO to Pinpoint Test A
Lighting/Glass/Vision >
Windo..
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in Group 412.
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Categories
What Is the Master Access Code
The master access code is a factory-set
five-digit entry code. You can operate the
keypad with the master access code at
any time. The master access code is on the
owner’s wallet card in the glove box and
is available from an authorized dealer.
Displaying the Master Access Code
To display the factory-set code in the
information display:

Remove the rubber mat.
Insert the first programmed key in the
backup slot.
Press the push button ignition switch
once and wait a few seconds.
Press the push button ignition switch
again and remove the key.
Within 10 seconds, place a second
programmed intelligent access key in
the backup slot and press the push
button ignition switch.
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