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Ford Escape: Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks / Description and Operation - Body and Frame

Body

The body consists of the following:

  • Front frame rails constructed of high-strength Dual Phase (DP) 600 steel
  • Rear frame rails constructed of Boron ultra high-strength steel
  • Fender reinforcement tube constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 800 high-strength steel
  • Fender apron assembly constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 600 high-strength steel
  • Liftgate outer panel constructed of mild steel
  • Body structure constructed of Boron, Dual Phase (DP) and high-strength steels
  • Roof panel reinforcements constructed of Dual Phase (DP) 600, Smart and High-Strength Low Alloy (HSLA) 380 steel
  • Bolted, removable front fenders, hinged doors and hood
  • Bodyside outer panels constructed of mild steel
  • Mastic pads used on floor pan for sound deadening

Under Hood Dimensions

NOTE: All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.


Front Door Opening Dimensions

NOTE: All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.


Rear Door Opening Dimensions

NOTE: All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.


Lift Gate Opening Dimensions

NOTE: All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.


Under Body Dimensions

NOTE: All dimensions are on center unless otherwise indicted.


Datum Height Dimensions

    Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks

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    Description and Operation - Vehicle Specific Body Construction

    For recommended metal repair guidelines and recommendations, refer to the following illustrations and: For additional information, refer to: Specifications (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Specifications)...

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    Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Driveshaft


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    Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Engine Ignition - System Operation and Component Description


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    Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy

    WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and properly fasten your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion of the seatbelt snugly and low across the hips. Position the shoulder portion of the seatbelt across your chest. Pregnant women must follow this practice. See the following figure.

    Ford Escape. Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy

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