Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Switch

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

Removal

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

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

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Handle

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Removal and Installation - Rear Door Latch

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Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Blower Motor Control Module

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Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Body Closures - Overview

Overview The power liftgate feature allows power opening and closing of the liftgate using any of the following methods: The front power liftgate switch (located on the instrument panel). The rear interior power liftgate switch (located on the bottom of the liftgate trim panel) (close only)...

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.