Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the retainers and the hood insulation.
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Detach the windshield washer hose coupling.
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Detach the retainers and position aside the windshield washer hose from the hood.
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On both sides.
Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.
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NOTE:
An assistant is necessary for the support and removal of the hood.
Remove the nuts and the hood.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the hood alignment. Align the hood as necessary.
Refer to: Hood Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the driver knee aitbag.
Refer to: Driver Knee Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Acessed behind the lower trim panel.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Roate the sensor and remove.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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System Operation
System Diagram - Conventional Ignition Switch
Item
Description
1
Gear Selector Lever
2
Ignition Switch
3
Ignition Key Inhibit Solenoid
4
PCM
5
START
6
ACC
7
ON
8
HS-CAN1
9
BCM
10
GWM
11
Run/Start Relay
Network Message Chart - Conventional Ignition Switch
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