Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood

Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Hood

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the retainers and the hood insulation.

1. Detach the windshield washer hose coupling.
1. Detach the retainers and position aside the windshield washer hose from the hood.

On both sides.
Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.

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

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Check the hood alignment. Align the hood as necessary.
Refer to: Hood Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).

Removal and Installation - Fender Splash Shield

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)...

Body Closures

Other information:

Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Oil Pump

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Ford Escape 2020-2025 Owners Manual: Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off

The hazard flashers operate when the ignition is in any position, or if the key is not in the ignition. The battery loses charge and may have insufficient power to restart your vehicle if your vehicle is in use or if the key is not in the ignition. The flasher control is on the instrument panel. Use your hazard flashers when your vehicle is creating a safety hazard for other road users. S..

Vehicle Identification

Locating the Vehicle Identification Number

The vehicle identification number is on the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

Ford Escape. Vehicle Identification