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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Inspection
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Inspect the body-to-liftgate door dimensions.
Open the liftgate.
Position the liftgate opening weather strip aside.
Release the tabs an..
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in Group 412.
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