Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Fender Splash Shield
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
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Remove the bolts.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Remove the retainers.
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Remove the front fender moulding.
Refer to: Front Fender Moulding (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the retainers.
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Remove the fender splash shield.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cowl panel grille.
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the retainers and the hood insulation.
Detach the windshield washer hose coupling...
Other information:
System Operation
Principles of Operation
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Operation
The PTU has four (4) modes of operation: Connected, Connecting,
Disconnected, and Disconnecting. Each mode is commanded by the AWD
module. The power transfer unit contains a reversible DC
motor and two hall effect position sensors...
Flushing
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine
is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under
pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is
loosened slightly...