Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Hands-Free Liftgate Actuation Module
Removal
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation module electrical connectors.
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Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation module electrical connector.
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Remove the fasteners and hands free liftgate actuation module.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform a LIN new module initialization following the on-screen instructions.
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02)
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Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation lower sensor electrical connector...
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02)
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Drill the rivets, release the tabs and remove the lower rear bumper cover valence
Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation upper sensor electrical connector...
Other information:
Adjustment
NOTE:
Typical D-ring shown, others similar.
If required, remove the necessary trim panel(s).
Fold the seatbelt as indicated.
Feed the folded portion of the seatbelt into the D-ring.
Pull the seatbelt through the D-ring to remove the twist in the seatbelt...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
A new HCU is equipped with an ABS module. A new ABS module does not come equipped with an HCU .
NOTE:
The PMI process must begin with the current ABS module installed...