Ford Escape: Towing a Trailer

Connecting a Trailer

Trailer Towing Connector (If Equipped) When attaching the trailer wiring connector to your vehicle, only use a proper fitting connector that works with the vehicle and trailer functions...

Towing a Trailer Precautions. Trailer Brake Precautions

Towing a Trailer Precautions WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of your vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury...

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Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Liftgate Release Switch

Removal Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation). Remove the liftgate release switch. Disconnect the liftgate release switch electrical connector...

Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Evaporative Emission Canister Ventilation Filter - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)

Removal   WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures may be present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury...