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Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Switch

Removal

  1. Remove the liftgate trim panel.
    Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).

  1. Remove the liftgate release switch.
    1. Disconnect the liftgate release switch electrical connector.
    1. Release the liftgate release switch retaining tabs.
    1. Remove the liftgate release switch.

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Handle

    Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Interior Trim Remover Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...

    Removal and Installation - Rear Door Latch

    Removal NOTE: LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar. Remove the rear door window regulator and motor. Refer to: Rear Door Window Regulator and Motor (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation)...

    Other information:

    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Cleaning the Interior


    Cleaning the Instrument Panel WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. We recommend that you only clean the instrument panel and cluster lens with a damp soft cloth...

    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Evaporative Emissions - Overview


    Overview The EVAP system prevents hydrocarbon emissions from entering the atmosphere by storing fuel vapors and routing the vapors to the engine to be consumed during normal engine operation. The EVAP system consists of: EVAP canister EVAP canister purge valve Fuel Tank Pressure (FTP) sensor and tube Easy Fuel™ (capless) fuel tank filler pipe Fuel vapor vent val..

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    Master Access Code

    What Is the Master Access Code

    The master access code is a factory-set five-digit entry code. You can operate the keypad with the master access code at any time. The master access code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer.

    Displaying the Master Access Code

    To display the factory-set code in the information display:

    Ford Escape. Master Access Code

    Remove the rubber mat. Insert the first programmed key in the backup slot. Press the push button ignition switch once and wait a few seconds. Press the push button ignition switch again and remove the key. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in the backup slot and press the push button ignition switch.

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