Ford Escape: Vehicle Identification
Locating the Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle identification number is on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel.

Note: In the illustration, XXXX is
representative of your vehicle identification
number.
Vehicle Identification Number Overview
The vehicle identification number contains
the following information:

- World manufacturer identifier.
- Brake system, gross vehicle
weight rating, restraint devices
and their locations.
- Make, vehicle line, series, body
type.
- Engine or motor type.
- Check digit.
- Model year.
- Assembly plant.
- Production sequence number.
Use fluid that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets the
defined specification and viscosity grade,
it could result in:
Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCM
B124A..
The modem has a SIM. The
modem was enabled when your
vehicle was built and periodically
sends messages to stay connected to the
cell phone network, receive automatic
software updates and send vehicle-related
information to us, for example diagnostic
information. These messages could
include information that identifies your
vehicle, the SIM and the electronic serial
number of the modem. ..