Ford Escape: Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Stoplamp Switch
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Disconnect the stoplamp switch electrical connector.
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NOTICE:
Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal
while installing the stoplamp switch and cruise control deactivation
switch. Install these switches with the booster push rod attached to the
brake pedal and with the brake pedal in the at-rest position.
Installing these switches with the brake pedal in any other position
results in incorrect adjustment and damages the switches.
While gently pushing the stoplamp switch down, rotate
the stoplamp switch clockwise approximately one-eighth turn to remove
the stoplamp switch.
Installation
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NOTICE:
Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal
while installing the stoplamp switch and cruise control deactivation
switch. Install these switches with the booster push rod attached to the
brake pedal and with the brake pedal in the at-rest position.
Installing these switches with the brake pedal in any other position
results in incorrect adjustment and damages the switches.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
All vehicles
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
This step is only necessary if the TRM (trailer module) is being replaced...
Other information:
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
You can purchase replacement keys or
remote controls from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle.
Note: Your vehicle keys came with a
security label that provides important key
cut information...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Use a Straightedge that is calibrated by the
manufacturer to be flat within 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) per running foot of
length, such as Snap-On® GA438A or equivalent...