Ford Escape: Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Trailer Module (TRM)
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary if the TRM (trailer module) is being replaced.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the TRM following the on-screen instructions.
Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component
Description (418-01 Module Configuration, Description and Operation).
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Remove the LH loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the trailer module.
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Disconnect the trailer module electrical connectors.
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Remove the trailer module bolts.
Torque:
25 lb.in (2.8 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
Carry out this step only if the TRM (trailer module) is being replaced.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the TRM following the on-screen instructions.
Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component
Description (418-01 Module Configuration, Description and Operation).
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the stoplamp switch electrical connector.
NOTICE:
Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal
while installing the stoplamp switch and cruise control deactivation
switch...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Spherical Cutter
Hot Air Gun
Air Body Saw
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Flexible Foam Repair3M™ 08463, LORD Fusor® 121
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System Operation
Component Description
GSM
When the driver needs to change gear position the driver selects P
R
N or D by rotating a GSM dial. Each GSM
rotary dial has hall effect sensors that are used as inputs that the
dial has been rotated. When park is selected above 5 mph neutral is
provided along with a message in the IPC .
IPC
The IPC receives signals..