Ford Escape: Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Rear Parking Aid / Removal and Installation - Parking Assist Control Module (PAM)
Removal
All vehicles
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NOTE:
If installing a new PAM
, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the
scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be
downloaded into the new PAM after installation.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the PAM following the onscreen instructions.
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Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Advanced Automated Parking System
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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Remove the fasteners and the PAM .
Less Automated Parking System
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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Release the harness retainer and position the harness aside.
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Position the floor carpet aside.
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Remove the nuts and the PAM assembly.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the screws and the PAM from the bracket.
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, complete the PMI process for the PAM following the on-screen instructions.
Removal
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connectors...
Removal
Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connectors...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wooden Block
Removal
NOTE:
If the catalytic converter is not being replaced, the HO2S
and the catalyst monitor sensor do not need to be removed from the
catalytic converter. Disconnecting the electrical connectors is still
necessary...
Charging
NOTE:
Batteries will discharge due to normal parasitic key
off-loads when the vehicle is on a dealer lot or parked by the customer
for an extended period of time. Vehicles still in dealer inventory or in
long-term storage may be driven short distances with heavy electrical
loads...