Ford Escape: Information and Entertainment System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Module

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

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

1. NOTE: If installing a new module, 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 module after installation.

   Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the TCU following the on-screen instructions.
   

Vehicles with automatic transmission

1. NOTICE: After releasing the clips and hooks position the assembly forward off the locating dowels then up or damage to the trim plate may occur.

   
   Position the console center top trim panel up for access.
   
   1. Release the clips.
      
   2. Release the retaining hooks and position front of the assembly up. Position the assembly forward off the rear locating dowels then up.
      

1. Disconnect the connectors and remove the console center top trim panel.
   

Vehicles with manual transmission

All vehicles

1. Remove the screw cover.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Remove the screw, release the clips and remove the LH console side trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Release the clips and remove the RH console side trim panel.
   Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover

1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the electrical connectors.
   Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

1. Remove the bolt, disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the TCU and bracket as an assembly.
   Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

1. Remove the screws and the TCU .
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary if replacing the TCU .

   Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the TCU following the on-screen instructions.