Ford Escape: Voltage Converter/Inverter / Removal and Installation - Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC) Inverter

Removal

  WARNING: Disconnect the 12 volt battery before servicing the direct current to alternating current (DC-AC) inverter or alternating current (AC) powerpoint to prevent the risk of high voltage shock. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

1. Disconnect the battery.
   Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
   

1. Remove the floor console.
   Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the inverter.
   

1. Detach the wire harness from the mounting stud.
   

1. Remove the nuts and the DC/AC inverter.
   Torque: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.