Ford Escape: Information and Entertainment System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Hub
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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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.
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Release the clips.
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Release the retaining hooks and position front of
the assembly up. Position the assembly forward off the rear locating
dowels then up.
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Disconnect the connectors and remove the console center top trim panel.
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Remove the screw cover.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the screw, release the clips and remove the LH console side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Disconnect the USB cables and the electrical connector.
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Remove the screws and the USB hub.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
Upper TCU module antenna coaxial cable
Remove the instrument panel upper section.
Refer to: Instrument Panel Upper Section (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
Front USB port
Release the tabs, position the USB port out and disconnect the USB cable.
Rear USB port
Open the floor console lid...
Other information:
Removal
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules...
Check
NOTE:
Wheel-to-hub optimization is important. Clearance between
the wheel and hub can be used to offset or neutralize the Road Force® or
run-out of the wheel and tire assembly. For every 0.001 inch of
wheel-to-hub clearance, the Road Force® can be affected between 1 and 3
pounds depending on the tire stiffness...